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Sexual Assault Awareness Month 2008

JC Jones MA RN
What a world. I overheard two 14 year olds discussing underage drinking. They sounded way too wise for their years as they expressed concerns that underage drinking at parties would make them vulnerable to Date Rape.

"They slip a drug into your drink and you never know what happened...". 14 year old girls have to worry about this? At least they know enough to worry about it and protect themselves and each other. They were referring to GHB, a central nervous system depressant used to relax inhibitions. Professionals prefer the term drug-facilitated sexual assault. A lollipop may be dipped in it to get a dose. These 14 year old girls know a thing or two about preventing sexual assault.
  • Stay sober and aware
  • Know what you don't want and don't be afraid to demand people leave you alone
  • Never go out alone. Go out with friends and watch out for each other
National Sexual Assault Hotline 1-800-656-HOPE

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