In our society, women are prone to all sorts of physical, sexual, and psychological violence. “Domestic violence and abuse are among the top precursors for developing depression and anxiety during adolescence and later in adult life. Sometimes the violence is between partners, other times it’s between parents and children and often it’s a Continue reading
Author: Frederick Reid
Lover Turned Abuser – What Should Women Do?
I don’t think women are ever asking for violence. “Generally, any behavior that uses one person’s power to exert control over another person’s physical and/or emotional safety is considered abusive. Physical abuse, sexual abuse and emotional abuse are all preconditions for people to develop low self-esteem, body image issues, relationship difficulties, anger issues, substance Continue reading
Warning Signs Of A Harmful Person According To A Psychiatrist
The number of crimes committed against women on the streets is hard to overlook. Every day, women get robbed, harmed, or raped. It is alarming and saddening because women can avoid these things if they know about being street smart. “I think that all women need training in self-protection, be it model mugging, martial arts, shooting or guard dogs, because violence Continue reading
Counseling Can Help You Raise Streetsmart Kids
Gone were the days when kids had the freedom to play around the neighborhood without their parents worrying about their safety. The only sign they had to go home was the sun setting, and momma knew they’d be home by then. Today, dangers are everywhere. Parents must always be vigilant when it comes to the safety of their children.
Ladies, We Still Need To Protect Ourselves
I know what you are thinking – it is 2018! Women should not have to worry about things like this! I am a strong independent woman, and no man can make me feel less than that! As much as I want to truly believe that women today are a lot safer granted that we are Continue reading
When You’re Out To Watch Your Favorite Band
Watching your favorite band may be one of the many exciting things on your bucket list. Imagine the thrill, excitement, and the crowd! But with all the news about bombings and shootings in crowded places particularly schools and concerts, it is just the right attitude to be vigilant about your safety. “Staying safe Continue reading
What To Do When Mother Nature Turns Nasty (Keeping Safe In Times of Natural Disaster)
People have this bad habit of ignoring danger signs. Women living alone or traveling by themselves should learn how to be precautious in times of natural calamities whether they are in their community or an unfamiliar place. According to Dr. Rick Nauert PhD , “When disaster strikes — whether a deadly supercell tornado, a flood, Continue reading
Tips On Keeping Your Teenage Daughter Safe From Peer Pressure (Mother-Daughter Dialogue)
The streets and alleys nowadays are becoming more and more dangerous for our teenage daughters. Mothers, especially, often feel anxious about their girl going out with her peer group. Things are no longer the same as when she was younger, the time when she would inform you every single detail of what she’s doing. Now, Continue reading
The Danger Of Trusting Someone Too Much
“The culture in which we live often operates on the model of mitigating risk. This model logically compels us to protect, and tends to reduce trust and create adversarial relationships,” says Miki Kashtan Ph.D. I do not intend to speak for every woman. However, I know that a lot will agree when I say that Continue reading
Surviving Social Dilemmas
Be ladylike – in action, in word, and in deed – no matter what situation you are put in. Hearing bad comments about you when attending a gathering or unexpectedly meeting someone you’ve been avoiding are just some of the circumstances you never want to be in. However, if it does, you should Continue reading