# Steven Galloway's mental health shattered by rape allegation

> Steven Galloway's mental health was shattered by rape allegation after being accused of sexual assault by former student.
- Title: Steven Galloway's mental health shattered by rape allegation
- Summary: Steven Galloway's mental health was shattered by rape allegation after being accused of sexual assault by former student. Steven Galloway's mental health was…
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- Source: Nationalpost — https://nationalpost.com/opinion/jamie-sarkonak-steven-galloways-mental-health-was-shattered-by-rape-allegation
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## Wife's testimony
Katie Wagner testified that Galloway hasn't attended school events since the allegations went public, knowing other parents read about him.

> There are newspaper reports that say something bad happened, and he was fired, and then that’s being qualitatively rewritten on platforms kids can see
## Allegations timeline
Galloway was accused of rape by a former student in 2013, suspended in 2015, and fired after the allegations went public.
## Defamation trial
Galloway embarked on a defamation trial to clear his name after his wife testified about the impact on their children.
## Accuser's status
A.B. won't testify in court due to mental health and suicide risk, despite the potential impact on the lawsuit.
## Mental health impact
Galloway's mental health was severely impacted by the allegations, leading to his professional downfall and ongoing legal battles.
## Key takeaway

Steven Galloway's mental health was severely impacted by a rape allegation from a former student that led to his professional downfall and ongoing legal battles.