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The Risk Of Sexual Assault Is Higher On Halloween. Here’s How To Keep Yourself Safe

It’s near the end of October, which means Halloween is coming up! Sadly, women have a higher chance of being sexually assaulted while celebrating the holiday.

By Meghan Dillon3 min read
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From trick-or-treating with my sisters, dressing up as some of my favorite characters, and watching Hocus Pocus to the point of memorization, some of my happiest memories from childhood are related to Halloween. Unfortunately, the magic of Halloween may fade as we get older, and the truth behind some of the horrors of Halloween is scarier than any child could imagine.