It is a well-documented fact that the majority of sexual assaults are committed by an acquaintance, most often in a dating situation. Sexual Assault remains a significant problem on college campuses. Today, it is not only the stranger lurking behind the bushes who may be a concern. It is a well-documented fact that the majority of sexual assaults are committed by an acquaintance, most often in a dating situation. Up to 90 percent of all sexual assaults involve the use of alcohol, the most commonly used drug on college campuses.
Tests show that alcohol has a negative effect on individuals before they think they are drunk.
It is common for individuals under the influence to lose their ability to communicate clearly and effectively. A person who is under the influence may have a hard time understanding and accurately interpreting someone else's behavior and actions. Research has found when men are under the influence of alcohol, they are likely to interpret a variety of verbal and nonverbal cues as evidence that a woman is interested in having sex with him. These assumptions can be dangerous. Additionally, it's hard to be assertive when you are drunk.