Do as much as you can to avoid a confrontation - "anticipation
and avoidance" are the key words. If you get caught up in a
situation, try to talk to an aggressor without provoking them.
Practice relaxation, as appearing fearful or stressed can
actually provoke an attack. Remember that body language is
important in aggressive situations, so maintain a comfortable
distance between you and the aggressor.
Use a gas or electronic attack alarm, as these give out a short
piercing sound and will temporarily disorientate an attacker,
giving you enough time to escape. Carry it somewhere where you
can get to it quickly - don't leave it buried at the bottom of
your bag. If you don't have an alarm, just make a noise yourself
by screaming as loud as you can, or shouting "call the police" -
if you're loud enough this can be just as effective as a
personal alarm. If you have an alarm, use it and shout as well.
Steady yourself if danger threatens. Panic can disable you, so
again it's useful to learn how to keep control in a difficult
situation. If you must fight back, adopt what police term the
"bash and dash" approach. Primary targets are the eyes, nose,
mouth, ears, throat, groin, knees, or shins; choose whichever is
easiest to get to.
If held from behind, don't struggle forward, you'll only exhaust
yourself. Instead, throw yourself backwards to surprise your
attacker or stomp on the lower leg or foot.
You have the right to defend yourself with reasonable force and
this includes using items you have with you such as an umbrella,
bag, briefcase or keys. However, don't carry or use anything
that the law would regard as an offensive weapon. Once you've
achieved your primary aim of stunning or surprising your
attacker, get away as fast as you can. If you manage to overcome
them, don't attack again. You could be putting yourself in more
danger or you could end up being charged with assault.
These are just the very basics of self-defense, but to learn
more about it and get some exercise at the same time, find a
local self-defense class and encourage your family along to join
you. Just remember, "anticipation and avoidance" are the best
forms of defense.
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