Violence is considered a major health problem affecting women worldwide. There are several forms of violence and abuse against women including; domestic violence, sexual and physical violence, and verbal and emotional abuse.
There are numbers of options available for women to reduce their risk of violence and assault. It is important for women to be aware of their surroundings, especially at night time. I live alone and am extra cautious when I come home at night. I keep my cell phone close and look around before I get out of my car, you can never be too careful! Women that live alone also need to make sure to always keep their windows and doors locked.
I believe that one of the best ways to prevent abuse and violence against women is through education. Self defense classes are beneficial and teach women effective ways to protect themselves from physical assault. There are also many women that do not know how to get out of an abusive relationships. I think it is important they are educated on ways to handle these types of situations.
It seems as if you are more conscious of your safety than alot of women. Cell phones are a great weapon in protecting yourself and getting help when it is necessary. I agree that education is the key. Like almost all health and wellness issues, knowledge provides power, wether it be in self defense, risk reduction, and what to do if a situation arrises,
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ReplyDeleteGabriela said:
It is true that today are many types of violence, such as the ones you mention in your blog. Violence against women are most common in night as you mention in your blog too, it is why is very important to have something with us that way we can protect us. I like also how you mention that you use your cell phone as you protection, it is very true also that this new technology helps to protect ourselves. I also lived only with my husband, but still is very important to be alert what happens around us, because is very important to be always alert on what is going on, also I work very early in the morning so I am always caution about what it around me.