As couples worldwide exchange tokens of affection and celebrate love on Valentine’s Day, we must delve into the darker aspect of this much-celebrated event.
While this day is meant to symbolize love and intimacy, it sadly serves as a backdrop for potential exploitation and harm, particularly concerning the use of substances like date rape drugs.
Valentine’s Day, with its emphasis on romantic encounters, amplifies the risks associated with these drugs.
Whether at a cozy dinner, a vibrant nightclub, or a private gathering, individuals may let their guard down amidst the euphoria of the occasion, unknowingly exposing themselves to potential harm.
These drugs are often surreptitiously added to drinks without the victim’s knowledge, rendering them vulnerable to sexual assault
Date rape drugs typically impair cognitive and motor functions, leading to confusion, dizziness, and loss of consciousness.
It is noteworthy that “date rape” doesn’t always happen on a date. An attacker could be someone you just met or someone you’ve known for a while.
In certain cases, date rape drugs are put into a drink without you knowing.