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183 pages : illustrations, portrait ; 22 cm. |
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Foreword / Robert J. Martin -- Prologue. Shannon's story -- 1. Get the 411 -- Overall, how safe are American colleges? -- What questions should I ask my university about its safety policies? -- What are some typical security measures that should be in place on my campus? -- What if my campus does not have these security measures? -- Where are the safest places to live while attending college? -- What should I look for in a roommate? -- What are items I should not bring to college? -- Any final things I should do before going to college? -- |
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2. Trust intuition -- What is intuition, and how do I know when it's sending me signals? -- Is being aware the same thing as being paranoid? -- If my dog barks and growls at someone, is that person dangerous? -- What should I do if my intuition warns me about someone? -- |
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3. Be a bad victim -- Who exactly are the "bad guys"? -- What are bad guys looking for in their victims? -- How do I convey strong body language? -- Is it true that certain clothing and hairstyles make women easier targets? -- What are boundaries and how do I set them? -- |
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4. How to deal -- How common is acquaintance rape vs. stranger rape? -- Is hooking up or shacking up just asking to be raped? -- How can I avoid acquaintance rape? -- What should I do if I am raped? -- What should I do if my friend is raped? -- What are the most common predatory drugs? -- How can I avoid getting drugged? -- What should I do if I think I may have been slipped a drug? -- Is alcohol linked to campus violence? -- What are signs of alcohol poisoning? -- What is sexual harassment, and how do I handle it? -- What exactly is dating/domestic violence? -- If my boyfriend pushes me but I'm not hurt, is it still dating violence? -- What should I do if my significant other shows signs of violence? -- What is stalking? -- What should I do if I am being stalked? -- |
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5. Guard your fortress -- In which areas around my home should I use extra caution? -- How should I deal with random visitors at the door? -- How can I protect my home from break-ins? -- Are there alarms or alarm systems that are college student friendly? -- |
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6. Spring break -- What are things I should do before going on spring break? -- What are the five spring Break safety rules? -- What should I do if pulled over by police? -- Is hitchhiking ever safe? -- What are some good safety tips when taking taxis? -- What are some tips about traveling via airplane? -- |
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7. Cyber savvy -- What are some good safety tips for networking sites? -- What is cyber stalking? -- How do I handle creepy or harassing people online? -- Is online harassment or cyberstalking against the law? -- Is online dating safe? -- Is my personal information listed on the Internet? -- Are most chain e-mails about crime and safety true? -- |
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8. Can o whoop-ass -- What qualities should I look for in a women's self-defense class? -- What should I say or yell if someone confronts me in a threatening way? -- Should a woman always fight back if attacked? -- Can a small woman defend herself against a large man? -- Why do people sometimes physically freeze in scary situations? -- Can I use self-defense in an acquaintance rape situation? -- What are some self-defense basics? -- Where are the best places to strike an attacker? -- What are some key self-defense techniques? -- What do I do if the attacker has a weapon? -- What about multiple attackers? -- What are improvised weapons and how do I use them? -- |
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9. Make a difference -- Become intolerant -- Honor awareness months -- Start a task force -- Host a women's self-defense program -- Sponsor panels, speakers or showcases on women's issues -- Create an educational campaign -- Organize a Take Back the Night Rally -- Produce "The vagina monologues' -- Participate in The Clothesline Project -- Raise money -- Organize a peer education group -- Hold a phone drive -- Start an escort service -- Vote -- Join The White Ribbon Campaign -- Form a men's anti-violence organization. |
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College students -- Crimes against -- United States -- Prevention.
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Women college students -- Crimes against -- United States -- Prevention.
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Women college students -- Protection.
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Self-defense for women.
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Universities and colleges -- Security measures -- United States.
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Campus violence -- United States.
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| Added Title |
College girl's guide to protecting herself |
| ISBN |
0977438201 |
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9780977438204 |
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