Some Common Myths about Rape

The Rapist Is Nearly Always a Stranger
False - 94% of female victims reported that a serious sexual assault had been committed by someone known to them

Women Provoke Rape
False - Women from all ages, classes, races & backgrounds are raped - from babies to women in their 90's

Women Enjoy Rape
False - Rape is not 'just rough sex' it is a violent & frightening experience

The Rapist Is a Psychopath
False - Virtually all (97%) of rapists are perfectly sane at the time of attack

Men can't help it - They have uncontrollable urges
False - no sexual urge is uncontrollable, it is the man's choice whether he acts on it or not. Research shows 80% of rapes are planned

Women Invent Allegations of Rape
False - It is estimated that only 15% of rapes are reported. Police records show that 2% of Rape allegations made are false - which is the same % rate as other serious crimes

Women Encourage Rape by what they wear and how they act
False - Women chose to express their sexuality through their clothes and actions. This does not mean they are available for sex
 
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