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Lack of knowledge regarding legal rights often prevents people from taking the right decisions. It comes as a shock to them when they face assault charges, even though they thought what they did was ...

As we age, our bodies and minds may change, but the need for safety and self-protection does not. Senior citizens can face unique challenges when it comes to self-defense, both physically and legally.

As someone who loves early morning and late evening walks, as well as solo nights at the movie theater, personal safety is always at the back of my mind. Although experts say awareness and avoidance ...

Source: Thomas Van Veen/Courtesy Defend Yourself Welcome to my first blog post for Psychology Today! I’d like to share with you how I got here and what I’ll be offering in this space. My Story I think ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — After decades of practicing Vadha Kempo Karate and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Jennifer Burke wanted to provide a space where women and girls could develop martial arts skills and learn ...

Jumpscares are fun and games when it’s spooky season, but no matter the time of year, feeling vulnerable in real life isn’t quite the same. Imagine walking home late at night alone. What would you do ...

Barbara Haynes and her 13-year-old granddaughter attend a self-defense class on the reservation of the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians. A group of 10 Wabanaki women stand in a circle in the rec room ...

A metro Atlanta Army veteran and beauty queen is turning a personal tragedy into a mission to protect young women. Raquel Riley Thomas is behind a growing self-defense movement aimed at teaching other ...