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| While unpleasant to think about, potentially
violent situations have become an unfortunate reality in today's
society—particularly for women. Women are 10 times more
likely than men to be assaulted. Three out of every four women
in this country will be the victim of a robbery, rape, or other
violent crime. In the majority of instances, the attackers are
acquaintances, friends, husbands, or family members. Preparation
may be your best defense. Learning simple tactics for how to
avoid becoming the victim of a violent crime and how to defend
yourself when approached by an attacker—whether a stranger
or an acquaintance—can increase your chances of surviving
an attack unscathed. It can also help bolster self-confidence
and assertiveness, which helps women appear less vulnerable to
potential attackers. |
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