Best Advice for Rising College Freshmen? Relationships, alcohol, sex, rape prevention, parties, etc.

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<p>Sex:</p>

<ul>
<li>The asker should consider all answers or lack of answers to be “no” other than a clear “yes” from a sober person where there is no question of ability to consent (underage, etc.).</li>
<li>The askee should give a clear “yes” or “no” answer.</li>
<li>Always be aware of the chance of pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases, and use appropriate protection.</li>
</ul>

<p>Alcohol:</p>

<p>Note that in some states, underage possession or consumption is not prohibited in certain circumstances, such as parental supervision. If such applies, would it be desirable for parents who are not otherwise opposed to alcohol consumption to get the kid drunk under parental supervision at home in order for the kid to find out his/her limits before going to college?</p>

<p><a href=“https://alcoholpolicy.niaaa.nih.gov/state_profiles_of_underage_drinking_laws.html”>https://alcoholpolicy.niaaa.nih.gov/state_profiles_of_underage_drinking_laws.html&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

<p>In addition:</p>

<ul>
<li>Do not get drunk enough to lose the ability to make sensible decisions on matters like sex or protect yourself from crimes (rape or otherwise).</li>
<li>Do not get drunk in places with lots of other drunks.</li>
<li>Do not have sex when either party is drunk.</li>
<li>Do not leave your drink unattended where someone else may add “date rape” drugs to it.</li>
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