The complete idiot's guide to self-defense / Chris Harris.
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| Other title: | Self-defense. |
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| Language: | English |
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Indianapolis :
Alpha Books,
2000.
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Table of Contents:
- The Scoop on Safety
- What's All the Fuss About?
- Types of Violent Crime
- Types of Property Crime
- Guns
- Getting Assistance from the Police
- Self-Defense and the Martial Arts
- The Origin of Martial Arts
- The Big Five
- Choosing the Right School
- The Golden Rules of Survival
- Golden Rule #1: Confidence Is Important
- Golden Rule #2: Fear Not
- Golden Rule #3: It's Okay to Be Offensive
- Golden Rule #4: Swallow Your Pride
- Golden Rule #5: Follow Your Instincts
- Golden Rule #6: Awareness Always Wins
- Putting It All Together
- Knowing the Enemy's Mindset
- Who Are They?
- Gangs
- Making Sense of It All
- How Do We Recognize Them?
- Defending Yourself and the Law
- The Need for Boundaries
- Protecting Yourself Legally
- Life-Threatening Scenarios
- Special Circumstances
- Staying Safe While Out and About
- Dangerous Places
- The Definition of Dangerous
- Dangerous Outdoor Locations
- Dangerous Indoor Locations
- Safety in the City
- Fun but Dangerous Places
- Stalkers, Impersonators, and Other Weirdoes
- Con Men: Career Liars
- Scams and Impersonators
- Closing the Blinds on Peeping Toms
- Playing It Safe When Out of the House
- The Buddy System
- Outdoor Exercise
- Beaches and Boardwalks
- A Night On the Town
- Nightclubs and Bars
- Shopping
- Making All Trips Round Trips
- Planning Ahead
- Traveling by Car
- Hotels and Motels
- Airports and Rental Cars
- International Travel
- Staying Safe While Single
- The First Encounter
- Safe Dating.