In The Know Zone

Protect Yourself

Rapists take easy opportunities. They look for victims who appear accessible and unprotected. Take steps to keep yourself from being -- or appearing to be -- vulnerable.

The following are some precautions to take in order to avoid being a victim of date rape drugs:

  • Don't drink anything:
    • From a punch bowl.
    • With an unexpected color, appearance, or smell.
    • From an open container.
    • That tastes salty when it shouldn’t.
  • Don't leave your drink unattended.
  • Don't share or exchange drinks.
  • Don't take beverages from someone you do not know well and trust.
  • At a bar or club, watch your drink being prepared if possible.
  • At a bar or club, accept drinks only from the bartender, waiter, or waitress.
  • If you hear someone "kidding" about date rape drugs, pay attention. That should be a warning to leave that party or individual.

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