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In reply to the discussion: Stop Telling Women How to Not Get Raped [View all]stevenleser
(32,886 posts)As you know, my daughter will begin college in August.
I've been struggling to decide exactly how I will approach this with her given the high percentage of girls that are raped or have rape attempted on them during college and all of what you and Redqueen have discussed in this thread. I definitely want to warn her about the dangers in college, but what should I tell her to do or not do beyond that. I definitely do not want to suggest she dress or not dress a certain way or that she cannot enjoy herself etc.
She is a highly sought after athlete with a sports scholarship and is a very physically strong girl, but I am not sure how much that matters.
Is it just an awareness that she should have that any guy is a potential rapist, especially someone she might date?
Should I advise carrying pepper spray or a weapon?
How much should I suggest she rely on friends to watch her back? That doesnt seem to work, most girls go to parties with other girls.
Does it even make sense to advise drinking in moderation? My parents advised me of that and I promptly ignored them. She doesnt seem to be much of a drinker anyway.
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