Parents of daughters are often taught how to prepare their girls for self-protection, such as always having a sober friend with them or not walking alone at night. With boys, the situation is different, and the consequences can be devastating. Research shows that boys may interpret silence or lack of resistance as consent.
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Parents of daughters are often taught how to prepare their girls for self-protection, such as always having a sober friend with them or not walking alone at night. With boys, the situation is different, and the consequences can be devastating. Research shows that boys may interpret silence or lack of resistance as consent.