Date rape myths debunked by Baytown analysis
A Baytown area overview explains date rape as a crime committed by someone known to the victim, debunking myths about strangers and uncontrollable impulse. It cites BAWC and Ms. Magazine surveys, noting factors like reporting barriers, societal attitudes, and the prevalence of acquaintance rape across ages and settings.
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Baytown Area
BAWC
Federal Commission On Crimes of Violence
Ms. Magazine
Mary P. Ross
Ph.d
Area rape crisis centers and hotlines listed in Harris County
A directory of contact numbers for crisis centers and victim services in the Houston area includes Baytown Area Women's Center Clear Lake Crisis Hotline Houston Area Women's Center Follow-Up Medical Care Planned Parenthood Harris County Health Clinics and several numbers for Counseling Family Service Center United Way Information and Referral Harris County District Attorney Victim Witness Program all provided for immediate support and information.
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Baytown Area
Clear Lake
Houston Area Women's Center
United Way Information and Referral
Harris County District Attorney
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By Heather Perkins
Planned Parenthood
Harris County