The statistics associated with date rape and acquaintance rape are staggering, especially for teens and young adults, who are at the highest risk. With warmth and candor, this straightforward guide offers frank advice and insightful context to demystify concepts like rape and consent, and provides advice for what to do after experiencing date rape or acquaintance rape. Features include questions for an expert, myths and facts, and illuminating sidebars. Thoughtfully inclusive, readers are empowered to confront social norms and attitudes that perpetuate rape culture and consider the intersectional nature of sexual violence.

Introduction -- What are date rape and acquaintance rape? -- Types of date rape and acquaintance rape -- The effects of sexual violence -- Understanding rape culture -- What to do if you are raped -- Responding to sexual violence and rape culture -- Glossary -- For more information -- For further reading -- Bibliography -- Index.