According to (Alexander, LaRosa, Bader, Garfield, & Alexander, 2010) one should be wary: of relationship that is based on classic stereotypes of dominant and when a date tries to control behavior or pressure others. One must be clear with communication, especially when saying “NO”, avoid going on a first date with a stranger alone, avoid remote or isolate spot, limit alcohol and illegal drug use. Taken these steps will assist with reduce the risk of assault.
Another step is going out with responsible friends/ girlfriends. I hate to see a group of girls go out and they do not look out for each other. One had too much to drink and the others are nowhere to be found. Also, I am a firm believer of “we came together, we leave together”.
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ReplyDeleteI agree with you 100% in regards to reducing your chances of assault. Many young ladies now do not follow the "old school" ways of us growning up where girls stick together and support each other when going out or on dates. Assault can also be avoided by letting family or fiends know your destination and your plans, take note of description of the person you going out with and any other details and let your friends know. It is an excellent way of protecting yourself. Lastly, avoiding or limiting alcohol on first couple of dates is something you would want to consider. Great post!
Dana Anderson
Thank You for your response to my blog. I too believe friends looking out for one another when they go out together. If a friend witness another friend that has had way to much to drink and is falling all over some guy, the friend or friends should step in and remove the intoxicated from the situation and go home. To many women are guilty of letting there friend be around strange men when they are drunk and making comments like "she'll be alright" or "she is just having fun" girls end up being taken advantage of that way. Women have to look out for one another. I love all of the important notes you posted, thanks for the post.
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