<p>I agree 07Dad, that alcohol and drug use can trump skills in such a situation. But young women who are confident in their skill set and confident in themselves are a much less attractive target. If the predator suspects she may fight him and will yell, scream and report him, he’s apt to find another victim.</p>
<p>Which means she’s only deflecting the attack on her. He will look elsewhere. Which is why it’s so vital that other students, especially young men, understand these guys are criminal predators and don’t deserve their protection.</p>