Date rape
Date Rape
Date rape (/deɪt reɪp/), also known as acquaintance rape, is a form of sexual assault where the perpetrator is known to the victim, often occurring during a social interaction between the two. The term "date rape" originated in the 1970s and is somewhat controversial due to its implication that the nature of the relationship between the victim and perpetrator can lessen the severity of the assault.
Etymology
The term "date rape" is believed to have originated in the United States in the 1970s. It was coined to describe sexual assaults that occurred between individuals who were known to each other, often in the context of a date or other social situation. The term has been criticized for implying that this type of rape is less serious than other forms, such as stranger rape.
Related Terms
- Sexual assault: A broad term that encompasses a range of sexual crimes, including rape. Date rape is a form of sexual assault.
- Consent: In the context of sexual activity, consent refers to the agreement between individuals to engage in a specific sexual act. Lack of consent is a key element in all cases of date rape.
- Rape: A sexual act committed without the victim's consent. Date rape is a specific type of rape.
- Rohypnol: A drug often associated with date rape due to its ability to incapacitate victims and impair their memory.
- Victim blaming: The act of holding the victim of a crime, such as date rape, responsible for the crime. This is a common issue in discussions of date rape.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Date rape
- Wikipedia's article - Date rape
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