Statistically 1 out of every 3 women will be assaulted in her lifetime. These are just a few safety tips to keep our patients safe. While defending yourself from an attack can seem scary and sometimes hopeless, a woman who fights back increases her chance of avoiding attack by 86%. Use the following defense strategies for being self aware:
DEFENSE STRATEGIES
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Be Alert
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Know your surroundings
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Be Assertive
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Walk with Confidence
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Observe the People Around You
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Know Where You are Going
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Use Eye Contact, Don't Look Down or Away, But Don't Invite Confrontation By Staring
MORE DEFENSE STRATEGIES
Trust your instincts: if something inside your head is telling you something isn't right, it most likely isn't.
Beware of your personal space: Draw a circle around your body with your arms extended. If someone has bad intentions and gets too close it may be too late. Keep in mind your personal space when at the grocery store, mall, parking lots, etc.
Criminals don't like light, where they could possibly be seen. They also don't like sound and this can buy you time when being attacked. Be the element of surprise for the attacker. Scream!! Yell!! Hit Hard!!!!, Be crazy: When an attack happens quickly you must react without hesitation. Practice a mindset of crazy..... loud screaming, crazy dialogue, and crazy actions could convince the criminal you are too much work.
Three places you are likely to be grabbed: 1) Hand 2) Arm 3) Choke or Lapel. Get out of a hold immediately. When a person grabs someone they instinctively adjust their hand right after the initial grab. During this readjustment is the best time to get away. The average predator watches his victim 6 to 12 times before he makes his attack.
Be aware of your surroundings. Physical warning signs before a criminal attacks are: Rapid eye movement, frequent clinching of the fists; breaks in speech pattern; perspiration of the forehead and palms.
Communicate Where You Are: Regardless of your age it is important to let those that care for you know where you are. Talking about where you are can help loved ones save time looking for you in case you were to go missing.
Change Your Locks: If you didn't build your home and don't know exactly every person that has a key, change your locks. You have no idea who has access to your home.
Strength in Numbers: You reduce the chance of being a victim significantly by not being alon. Use the Buddy System. Make plans in advance that will not leave you vulnerable.
CRIMINALS LOOK FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE PERCEIVED AS:
- Weak
- Elderly
- Mentally or Physically Challenged
- Alone
- Distracted or Inattentive
- Unlikely to Put up a Fight
ATTACKERS WATCH FOR THE FOLLOWING OPPORTUNITIES:
- A Stranded Motorist
- A Broken Window
- A Dark Parking Lot
- A Dangling Purse
- An Unlocked Door
- An Open Garage
IF YOU DON'T ACT LIKE A VICTIM, YOU ARE LESS LIKELY TO BECOME ONE!!!
WE AT NEVADA MEDICAL CLINIC WANT YOU TO BE SAFE
Disclaimer: The information posted on this website is not medical advice and should not be taken as medical advice. It should not be used to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease and is in no way meant to be a substitute for professional medical care. If you suspect you have a health condition or serious medical problem, consult your physician.
