Transcript Rape.ppt
Myths About Rape Women are raped by strangers In approximately half of all reported rapes, the survivor has some prior acquaintance with the rapist Increasingly, women are being raped by husbands, dating partners and relatives Rapes almost always occur in dark alleys or deserted places The opposite is true Most rapes occur in or very near the survivor's residence Rapists are easily identified by their demeanor or psychological profile Most expects indicate that rapists do not differ significantly from non-rapists The incidence of rape is overreported Estimates are that one in five rapes is reported Rape only happens to people in low socioeconomic classes Rape occurs in all socioeconomic classes Each person, male or female, young or old is a potential victim There is a standard way to escape from a potential rape situation Each rape situation is different No one method to avoid rape can work in every potential situation Men Never get raped Happens and is VERY under-reported Rape Awareness Guidelines Never forget that you could be a candidate for personal assault Use approved campus security or escort services, especially at night Think carefully about your patterns of movement to and from class or work Alter your routes frequently Walk briskly with a sense of purpose. Do not walk alone at night Dress so that the clothes you wear do not restrict your movement or make you more vulnerable Always be aware of your surroundings Look over your shoulder occasionally. Know where you are so you don’t get lost Avoid getting in a car or allowing someone to get in your car if you do not know the person well If you think you are being followed, look for a safe retreat This may be a store, a fire or police station, or a group of people Be especially cautious of first dates, blind dates, or people you meet at a party or a bar who push to be alone with you Let trusted friends know where you are and when you plan to return Keep your car in good working order Think beforehand how you would handle the situation should your car break down Limit, and even avoid, alcohol to minimize the risk of assault. If you do drink, do not leave your drink unattended. Do not accept “fill-ups” from strangers. Trust your best instincts if you are assaulted. Each situation is different. Do what you can do to protect your life.