… assault as "rape", "date rape", and/or "acquaintance rape." Sometimes, a person may feel that they have to "go along with" or "give into" their partner's requests or demands. They may do so to avoid upsetting the person, or because they fear … The perpetrator is almost always a man, and though both men and women can be raped, women are most often the targets of this violence. It is difficult to know precise statistics on male survivors of sexual assault, as many rape survivors choose … you have been sexually assaulted: Find a safe environment - anywhere away from the attacker. Ask a trusted friend to stay with you for support. Preserve evidence of the attack - don't bathe, douche, or brush your teeth. Write down all the details …