April is sexual assault
Every month, more than ten women of all ages and contact our Adoption Center with the same experience - who have been victims of rape and drugs are pregnant now, with most women do not know its got pregnant. Just after spring break is a time when we see a peak during pregnancy? For many of these women a date rape drug is in question.
The United States census suggests that there may be 32,101 annual rape-related pregnancies among American women over 18 years. The pregnancy rate associated with rape of adults is estimated at 4. 7%.
Several women reported college age to wake Frat house or apartment with no clothes. They are in an unfamiliar environment with strangers and have been sexually assaulted under the influence of a date rape drug. Recently, our daughter 18 years expressed his intention to celebrate graduation with friends in Cancun. I was worried for his safety, but the same people who want to enjoy what led me to ask - what you and your friends know that rape drugs are and how they are used? Surprisingly, I had heard very little about the subject. Most women who call us do not know well and I wish someone had shared the following information.
Rohypnol is becoming the drug of choice for future offenders. Most of all predators of innocent victims by slipping these illicit drugs in their drinks at parties, bars, discos and dancing. The rape drugs have the power to feel like a drink six or more.
Laura second year Florida was one of the victims. Laura, who attended a private party off campus, said that while she danced, she left her beer to a table when the assailant had tied back her drink. I only had a drink and started feeling kind of sick, then his memory has deteriorated, he began to feel drowsy, dizzy and confused about where he was. "My roommate is coming with me to celebrate, but at the last moment she had other plans. I decided to go solo, that was my first mistake. "Laura has no memory of what happened for the next 8 hours.
Laura woke up in the back room at the club with bruises on her thighs, half naked and you suspect that someone may have had sex with her. Laura could not remember who the person was or other details. It hung from days later. Laura blocked the incident from his mind and allowed a numbness to take over their feelings. Her grades fell and he found his mind wandering in the classroom. It is common for women who were raped and can be used as a defense mechanism. Being overwhelmed with feelings of loss of control are common reactions to what happened. Other women may suffer from anxiety or depression.
In the case of Laura, she discovered six weeks later she was pregnant. She left the university to have the baby. Laura has chosen to be adopted by a childless couple through our adoption center. "It was the only way to bring good out of something so bad. I had to do something positive and this is not child's fault. "
Laura said when she discovered she was pregnant, anger and fear was: "There would have sex with a guy who does not know. I've always been very careful about what I do and who I date. I was so mad at myself for not being more careful. I do not know if I contracted a disease or HIV, is very frightening and embarrassing "
Toni, a student at the University of San Diego has been the victim of date rape drugs. During spring break, which was assaulted at a party of a friend he met in a classroom. Toni had known for nearly a year. She said "I consider him one of my best friends. He acted like he would protect me. I could not believe it. I could not believe it really happened to me, even now. My body has violated my trust in him as a friend, has been shaken and I feel betrayed … I keep saying to me, I know, and not a terrible person - there must be something you said or did that made me into this mess. "I agree and am still trying to remember what he did or said - what happened that night was my decision was stunned, I could not go through an abortion, after what happened, as hard as the pregnancy has been to Me, I've always believed that no error occurred and this baby does not cause this problem. Why this child is hurting? It took a while, but I chose a family that knew this child would. When I started college, I never imagined something like this happened to me! "I've never regretted giving birth and her life. "J'ai toujours des difficultés à faire confiance aux gens, mais je travaille dessus.
According to the Department of the U. S. Date of Justice 'Rape' is one of the fastest growing drug-facilitated sexual assault crimes in America today. Two thirds of GHB is ingested by people of 18-25 years. Ecstasy use has increased 500 percent in five years.
Studies confirm that acquaintance rape occurs more frequently among students, mostly freshmen, than among any other age group. A recent large study found one in four college women reported being victims of rape or attempted rape and 84% of the assailants were boyfriends or acquaintances. Most rape victims do not remember anything about the incident except the feeling of being violated. The same study showed that four male university students have used to know the sexual assault of women and one in twelve of committing a sexual assault of any kind. Such men will find drugs in the glass of a woman without her knowledge, usually in combination with beer, and wait for the drug to incapacitate a woman before her sexual assault. The attackers were the parties in search of easy targets and opportunities. They are simply waiting until the victim is outside of him to say "no" and then have sex with them.
Many people do just to take advantage of women sexually. The drug is often added to stroke or other open container drinks at fraternity parties, college functions and social gatherings. Drugs are inserted into the woman's drink in the hope of reducing their inhibitions and facilitating potential sexual conquest for the assailant. High risk situations are clubs, parties, bars and raves. Women communicate with us from all backgrounds and ages. Many are still in shock because she is pregnant and unsure of the race of men to rape. Many of these girls have little to share about the father of her child.
Violation of drugs are often referred to as "alphabet drug 'called' E 'or ecstasy," G "may be the GHB or GBL, and Special KK" or "which is ketamine. For a time, Rohypnol or "roofies" date rape drugs was once popular, but was replaced by GHB as the date rape drug of choice. The date of the most popular drugs date rape (GHB), gamma-hydroxybutyrate and ketamine. The drug "rape" or "sexual assault of drugs" is the street name of Rohypnol, as it has been associated with rape. GHB is produced in clear liquid, white powder, tablets and capsules. Also known as: Rophe, roofies, roaches, Forget Pill, R2, roofenol, Roche, circles, Rocha, ropes, stumble and fall, Liquid X, Liquid E, G-Juice, Rib, Mexico Valium, Roach-2, Roop and Ropi, Mind-Erasers, liquid ecstasy, Somatomax, Scoop, or serious bodily injury. Ketamine, also known as K, Special K or Vitamin K, often comes in liquid form, but also found in powder or tablets.
Rohypnol is not legal in the United States or manufactured or marketed in the United States. Used as a short-term treatment for insomnia in other countries. It is produced and sold legally by prescription in Europe and Latin America, then smuggled into the United States by mail or passengers. The drug is often distributed on the street in his bubble pack "its" that creates a false appearance of legitimacy and makes it seem harmless and legal. Rohypnol tablets are white, marked on one side with "ROCHE" and surrounded by one or two indicating the dosage on the other side. Rohypnol is a drug with low prices, often less than $ 5. 00 per tablet. Sold in sealed containers of a bubble or two mg per dose.
Rohypnol can be addictive and cause physical dependence. It has physiological effects similar to Valium, but is nearly ten times more potent. Withdrawal symptoms such as headache, muscle pain, confusion, hallucinations and seizures. Some women have had seizures occur until a week after cessation of use. Rohypnol can often be dissolved in a drink, and is easily detectable. Also known as ecstasy, MDMA is known on the street as Adam, XTC, E, F, Bean and Roll. Ecstasy comes in pill form that is often branded, some examples are:
In combination with alcohol, can cause a blackout with memory loss and reduced resistance. The women in the age of 13 across the country have reported being raped after being involuntarily sedated with Rohypnol. About ten minutes after the drug in their system, women say they feel dizzy and disoriented, simultaneously too hot or too cold, or both, some nausea. Sedation begins approximately 25-30 minutes and peak within two hours. The effects can last up to eight hours. The drug has no taste or odor. The victims have no memory of what happened while under the influence of drugs. Most women can appear very intoxicated, with slurred speech or difficulty speaking experience. Some may have gastro-intestinal and urinary retention, poor coordination, balance, bloodshot eyes, decreased blood pressure, and then pass out in May. . . . mais sans l'odeur d'alcool.
Vicky was 19 when she became pregnant - she had no physical signs of rape, was awakened in his own bed and had no reason to be worried. He figured he had drunk too much, although he does not remember the events of last night. Vicky thought a friend who helped him get home safely. She was surprised to find 2 months later she was pregnant. "I had not had sex for over a year. I bought three pregnancy tests before going to a clinic for a blood test. "She decided to keep and raise their children with the help of his family. In his own words "the baby who has brought peace and healing in my life."
The combination of alcohol and Rohypnol is very dangerous and intensified everything. If a woman is the consumption of alcohol when the drug got into the glass, the combination can impair memory and the view of many. The women who become intoxicated on a combination of alcohol and Rohypnol often experience the "failure" for eight to twenty four hours after ingestion - it might make it unable to resist sexual assault. When combined with other drugs, the results can lead to respiratory depression, aspiration, coma and even death. Possession of Rohypnol is punishable up to three years imprisonment and a fine. Distribution and administration of the drug violation behind the person is capable of twenty years imprisonment and a fine.
The adoption of preventive measures to protect you and your friends, you can avoid being a potential victim. Print this article out and give to friends who already … You can save a life!
In addition to the concerns of unprotected sex, sexually transmitted diseases are high risk - your best defense against rapists and drug rape is consciousness.
Here are some helpful tips to stay awake, alert and safe:
• Be cautious about accepting drinks from someone who does not know or have known enough to trust. The best option is to not let anyone fix you a drink. Always mix the drink and bring your own beverage.
• Do not share or exchange drinks with anyone.
• If you accept a drink, make sure that a closed container and open your account.
• Do not drink from open containers at parties and accept drinks only from bartenders or servers, to see you open the can or pour Do not be distracted by conversation.
• If you like dance, do not leave your drink unattended. If you realize that your drink has been left unattended, discard it.
• Consider purchasing a specially designed mountain drug testing see below to test your drink drugs. They are cheap and a good choice.
• Remember that any drink can be drugged, no taste or smell.
• If possible, bring your own drinks to parties. Do not drink container that is passed around
• If your drink tastes or looks different than it should or a strange taste or salty, foamy, cloudy, or if there is waste in the cast!
• Do not go to parties alone, riding in a group of people and adhere to a party. Attention not only for yourself, but keep an eye on your friends.
• A good idea is not to let your friends too drunk or lost. If they are hard, take home, be with them to ensure they are in good condition before leaving.
• Do not let your friend disappeared and do not let them wander with a member of the opposite sex, stay with them. Do not let someone who does not know well or have just met.
• Do not put the cup and left unattended, even for bathing. Watch your drink constantly.
Refusing to • drink from a punch bowl, which is a place where every inch can be removed
• Stay sober. Do not use drugs or alcohol, you must think clearly at all times.
• Assign a designated sober person to exit.
• Notify friends you know about the effects of this dangerous drug.
• Pay attention to behaviors and actions of his friends, trust your instincts.
• Listen street names of drugs listed above.
• Keep a cell phone with you and charged in the event that you have a problem and needs help.
Remember you do not deserve what happened to you and The Assault is not your fault!
If you think you've been victimized, notify authorities immediately if you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, you can file a police report. Get medical attention immediately. Call 911 or go to an emergency room. Ask for a urine sample be taken to detect the presence of date rape drugs. Kept on the physical evidence as possible. Do not urinate, shower, tub, shower, or pulling clothes worn during the assault. If possible, Enregistrez tout autre matériel qui pourrait fournir la preuve, le verre ou comme cela peut-il votre boisson retenu. Call a rape crisis center for information and support. All women are potential victims of sexual violence: what's age, race, sexual orientation, occupation or education. A woman can be assaulted by a stranger with a friend, acquaintance, colleague or relative.
P. How will I feel after an assault?
There is no "right" way to feel after an attack. Note that different people need to heal their own ways. Some women may need to talk about the aggression of a number of times to heal. Some need to work through difficult experience - sometimes returns to the offensive. Seeking educated professional counselor with the date of the violation can make a big difference in recovery.
Some women find that their faith in God May tense, but find the strength to keep their faith and attend church or synagogue useful. Other women have found the answer by participating in activities to help forget, then when they are better able to cope with the facts and the full face, can find peace to work through the pain.
Find a serious violation or join a closed group therapy with other women who understand what is happening can be healing in itself. Many women who have been victims of drug rape have some or all of the following reactions:
• The frustration et la colère
• Disbelief and denial
• Guilt / self-criticism
• Impotence / Confused
• Prevention of Friends
• Feeling Paranoid
• Difficulty concentrating
• Change in sleep patterns
• Lack of sexual interest or change in sexual behavior
• Can not Stop Crying or Can not Cry
• inability to cope with ordinary situations
• Problems with Confidence
• Depression
• Frantic - involved in the work
• low self-esteem
• Recurrent Nightmare
• Change of alcohol or drugs
• I wish to forget, or escape from the bed
• All foods or anything that you go through the healing process, consider these tips:
• It is not his fault - is not responsible for unwanted sex.
• You are not guilty.
• Some people may try to make you feel responsible for what happened because of their own feelings of vulnerability or guilt.
• Whether you may have been intoxicated does not give anyone the right to assault you - do not give anyone that right.
• acquaintance rape is that the rapist respects no victim will be, not because of overwhelming emotion.
• A rapist acts without regard for the victim, if not even physically resist can not always be sufficient to deter aggression.
How to help a friend who was assaulted ….
• Let her make decisions. Offer to make phone calls for information, but do not take too much. She just took control of distance and you have to retrieve it.
• Do not touch without asking. Say, for example, "Want a hug?" Or "You want my hand?" One touch of attention can help the victim, but unwanted touching can be uncomfortable or even fatal.
• Do not blame him. Questions like "Why do you go home with him? What do you think? These issues will only reinforce her feelings of guilt or shame.
• Let her know you are safe and not offend the trust.
• Try to deal with their own reactions to the situation later. You may feel angry, helpless, confused, and even violated. Please note that your friend probably feels all this and more, because if their reactions can not help. Try to focus on their feelings. Later, when making their needs immediate attention is the best time to take care of yourself and seek advice. Sexual assault can be distressing for friends and family members, too.
A friend was attacked by a man who can have a drink enriched, Francisco Guerra has developed a drink coaster cardboard can identify two of the most popular date, date rape drugs: gamma hydroxybutyrate (GHB) and ketamine. Simply put a drop of liquid in the mountains, and rub with a finger. If the spot turns blue, to throw a cocktail. Fifteen million of these mountains have already been distributed, the search at 7-Eleven
http://www. drinksafetech. com / about 40 ¢ on a mountain
For more useful resources:
National Institute on Drug Abuse
Phone: (888) NIH-NIDA
http://www. Nida. NIH. gov/NIDAHome1. html
Rape Recovery Site
http://www. come. a / raperecovery
American Council for Drug Education
Phone (800) 488-3784
http://www. EDAC. org
Hope of cure
http://www. hopeforhealing. org /
Supporting people conceived by rape and incest.
http://www. stigmatized. org
American Society of Addiction Medicine
Phone: (301) 656-3920
http://www. Asam. org
The Association of Medical Education and Research in Substance Abuse
Phone: (401) 444-1817
http://www. Amers. org /
State Office Directory for victims
U. S. Department of Justice
For assistance with access to local victims: Contains an interactive map of the State of S. U.
http://www. OJP. USDOJ. gov / ovc / help / state. htm
The Reality of the Date Rape Drug
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