Women's Self Defense Tips
Violence against women has turned into a commonplace occurrence. More and more women are being violated by criminal attacks. Women can never have too much information about self-defense measures to mitigate danger in these incidences or hopefully complete avoid them.
It is true that if you put up some kind of fight the attackers get discouraged. Often, they run off realizing that it would be troublesome and too time-consuming to bother you. At the same time, it is good to be aware of tips to protect your self from such attacks by being cautious in the first place. Here's how you can avoid potential attackers:
If you are being followed, just turn around and look the person in the face. Ask them a common query about the time or weather. Once you have seen their face upfront you will deter the person from attacking you, as you will then be able to recognize them in a potential line-up.
. If someone is following you, raise your hand towards him and yell out asking him to stop or stay back. Potential attackers avoid women who yell and draw attention to them. They also avoid women who demonstrate that they are not afraid to fight back.
. You must carry pepper spray as it can be a powerful deterrent. Often, just yelling across that you are armed with pepper spray and holding it out in front of you will make the would-be attacker run away.
. It is best to avoid wearing revealing clothing in public. Do not attract attention to yourself, especially if you have a lengthy commute and travel alone. Be discreet with your dress sense.
. Women have sound instincts and should trust their intuition at all times. You can certainly judge which way a situation might go and stop it before it turns dangerous. Trust your gut feelings and plan your escape route.
. In cases of rape or other sexual assault, use your fingernails to gouge the attacker's body, such as their cheek, hands and chest. While marks would be handy for identification, you will also collect DNA under your nails.
. Remember to drive like a lady. Avoid bawdy language or rude signs. Some crazy attackers have followed women just to teach them a lesson. Since eventually you will stop, avoid being made a target by playing it safe.
. Any kind of alcoholic indulgence or substance abuse makes you vulnerable to attacks. Even unsuspecting women have been offered drinks laced with mind-altering drugs, making them easy targets. Always be on your guard and never allow any one to get the better of you.
. Do not make the mistake of picking up hitchhikers or anybody asking for a ride. Likewise, never ask for a car ride from strangers.
. If you are single, keep that information private. Take care that even your mailing address does not give any indication of your marital status. Do not let out any kind of personal information about yourself.
. Take care not to ever walk alone during the night. Avoid going alone to remote or isolated areas as they are a common place to run into attackers.
. It's true that sexual attacks are often committed by people whom the victim knows well. Remain polite but never allow your guard to be down around people. Watch out for signs of strange behavior-be on your guard.
. Prior to a sexual assault, you are often given verbal or visual indications. Recognize such telltale signs and avoid being attacked.
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