They are sexually assaulted by their date. One of the most common types of sexual assault is date rape. Although it is common, it is the least understood. The date rapist is not the weird, dirty stranger who jumps out from behind a building in a dark alley. Most of the time, it is your classmate, friend, neighbor, co-worker, boyfriend, relative or girlfriend.
Rape can happen to anyone.
Victims can be male or female, young or old, attractive or not, rich or poor. Date rape is when your date forces you to have unwanted sexual activity. While date rape involves sexual activity, it is used as a means to gain power and control. The following suggestions may help you to protect yourself. If you get a funny feeling about a person, a situation, or a touch, try to get to a safe place as soon as possible.