Sexual Assault & Rape / Question
Published: November 16, 1999
Dear TeenHealthFX,
One of my friends often jokes about raping females. Does this mean he really wants to?
Signed: Rape! A Serious Issue
Dear Rape! A Serious Issue,
Hopefully he is not serious! Rape is not a joking matter issue and is a crime. Some males do joke around about this, but it is really not something to joke about because it can be easily misunderstood. When women say no to sex, they mean no. Under no circumstance, should any female or male be violated by rape. Rape is not about sex, it is about violence!
FX feels you need to talk to adult about it such as a coach, school nurse or teacher. They will be able to evaluate the situation better and determine if his jokes are real or not. You can ask them not to tell your friend that you told them. If he is serious, you may be able to protect someone from a horrible crime!
Signed: TeenHealthFX
At least 50% of sexually active men and women acquire genital HPV infection at some point in their lives.
