Although most of us have heard the warnings and been taught the facts, we continue to ignore the most widely used and dangerous date-rape drug available. It isn't rohypnol or Ketamine. Alcohol inhibits how effectively potential victims are able to defend themselves against an attacker. Most date-rape drugs are colorless and odorless, but some have a detectable bad taste. Someone who has been drinking hard liquor heavily would be less likely to recognize the taste.
Alcoholic beverages act as the substance in which other date-rape drugs are dissolved.
Encouraging college students not to drink over their well-deserved spring break is unrealistic, but encouraging them to be conscious and responsible should be common sense. So, enjoy your break to the fullest extent. Be lazy and be stress-free. But, most importantly, be smart.