Wednesday, September 3, 2008

Date rape drugs - Be carefull !!


GHB , Rohypnol , Ketamine are drugs that are sometimes used to assist a sexual assault.

Sexual assault is any type of sexual activity that a person does not agree to.

It can include inappropriate touching, vaginal penetration, sexual intercourse, rape, and attempted rape.

Because of the effects of these drugs, victims may be physically helpless, unable to refuse sex, and can't remember what happened.

The drugs often have no color, smell, or taste and are easily added to flavored drinks without the victim's knowledge.

There are at least three date rape drugs:

For instance , Rohypnol can cause these problems:

  • can't remember what happened while drugged
  • lower blood pressure
  • sleepiness
  • muscle relaxation or loss of muscle control
  • drunk feeling
  • nausea
  • problems talking
  • difficulty with motor movements
  • loss of consciousness
  • confusion
  • problems seeing
  • dizziness
  • confusion
  • stomach problems
Women , be carefull...

The following is a portion of the Dateline episode- "Watch
Your Back." Kelly and Becca were asked to share their story and their
expertise and most importantly some key safety tips :

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