How to
Avoid Becoming a Rape Victim
According to the U.S. Department of Justice, a woman is raped in the United States every 2 seconds. Take extra care to keep yourself safe.
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Steps:
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Be aware of your surroundings. Notice if someone is following you. If so, cross the street and walk quickly. Make as much noise as you can to attract the attention of passersby.
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At night, park in well-lit areas.
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While you are
walking to your car or to your front door, hold your keys in your hand. This is so you can get inside right away, and also so you can use the sharp edges as a weapon if necessary.
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Ask your ride to wait and see that you get safely inside before taking off.
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Don't let strangers into your home, even if the reason seems legitimate, such as someone who says he has a flat tire and needs to use the phone.
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Remember that many rapes are committed by someone the victim knows.
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Trust your instincts. If you feel uneasy, remove yourself from the situation right away.
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Go out with friends whenever possible, rather than alone.
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Don't leave a drink unattended. There have been cases in which men slip a drug such as GHB or Rohypnol into a woman's drink. These drugs will knock you out, making you an easy target.
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Look for a nearby building and run in and pull the fire alarm to cause a commotion if you feel you are in danger.
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Carry a whistle with you to scare potential attackers away.
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Tips:
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In general, women who fight their attackers have a better chance of getting away.
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If you can't back down,
try one or all of the following:
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Blow
out their eardrums: Cup both of your hands and
simultaneously slap both of your attackers ears as hard as you can.
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If you
are attacked from behind: Don't waste time trying to elbow them in the ribs - use your head. Try to bash the back of your head into their face. One clean shot and they
won't be able to see.
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Use a
tool: It doesn't have to be a weapon. It can be as simple as
an ink pen. But whatever it is, remember this: use pointed
objects to attack their soft tissue and use blunt objects to
attack their bones.
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Warnings:
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Always be sure your assailant isn't armed before you decide how to react.
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