Can You Rely on Bystanders to Help If You Are Attacked
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Article Title: Can You Rely on Bystanders to Help If You Are Attacked
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We all like to think that we would lend a helping hand if we witnessed an attack or accident. However, psychology seems to contradict the assumption that we�ll help each other out in times of need. The psychological term for the social phenomenon regarding whether or not someone will help you out in a time of need is referred to as the �Bystander Effect� or �Genovese Syndrome.�
Genovese Syndrome is named after Kitty Genovese, who was stabbed to death in 1964. According to an analysis of her murder, there were over 38 witnesses to the murder, which took nearly half an hour. Although some believe that this number is exaggerated, the fact remains that a large group of bystanders saw the murder in progress, and did nothing. Though appalling, it seems that this case is closer to the norm than we'd all like to believe.
A more recent study tested whether or not citizens in 36 different cities would come to the aid of a stranger. New York City ranked the least-likely city in which a stranger might come to your aid, while among the most �friendly� or �helpful cities� were small and mid-sized towns in the Southeast.
Why wouldn't someone come to your aid if you were being attacked? It may seem like human nature to want to help other people, but this assumption may not always be true. Some bystanders may not feel like they would physically be able to fight off the attacker, or are not qualified to help because of a lack of self defense or first aid training. Others may not act because they fear injuring themselves in the process. Still others believe that it's �not their problem,� a prevalent feeling in our culture these days. One study found that the larger the group of bystanders, the less likely it is that one will jump in to help. Each will look towards the others to act, rather than acting themselves.
This fact should have a substantial impact on your self defense plan. You must face the reality that bystanders may not come to your rescue if you are being attacked, despite news stories highlighting cases of brave citizens who spring to action in times such as these. You cannot rely on others to help you; you can only rely on your own actions. The harsh reality is that unless a police officer happens to be nearby in your time of need, it is more than likely up to you to fend off your attacker.
What can you do to stop an attack if no one will help you? Always carry pepper spray, a stun gun, or a similar self defense device in your purse or pocket. These products enable you to fight back without the help of any bystanders. Why leave you fate in the hands of strangers who may or may not come to your aid, when you can take steps now to defend yourself if you must? This simple step gives you the power to stop an attack in progress.
About The Author: http://www.resistattack.com has a full range of TASER devices to keep you and your family safe. Also check for current specials on a wireless hidden camera
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Article Title: Can You Rely on Bystanders to Help If You Are Attacked
Author: Richard Armen
Word Count: 515
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We all like to think that we would lend a helping hand if we witnessed an attack or accident. However, psychology seems to contradict the assumption that we�ll help each other out in times of need. The psychological term for the social phenomenon regarding whether or not someone will help you out in a time of need is referred to as the �Bystander Effect� or �Genovese Syndrome.�
Genovese Syndrome is named after Kitty Genovese, who was stabbed to death in 1964. According to an analysis of her murder, there were over 38 witnesses to the murder, which took nearly half an hour. Although some believe that this number is exaggerated, the fact remains that a large group of bystanders saw the murder in progress, and did nothing. Though appalling, it seems that this case is closer to the norm than we'd all like to believe.
A more recent study tested whether or not citizens in 36 different cities would come to the aid of a stranger. New York City ranked the least-likely city in which a stranger might come to your aid, while among the most �friendly� or �helpful cities� were small and mid-sized towns in the Southeast.
Why wouldn't someone come to your aid if you were being attacked? It may seem like human nature to want to help other people, but this assumption may not always be true. Some bystanders may not feel like they would physically be able to fight off the attacker, or are not qualified to help because of a lack of self defense or first aid training. Others may not act because they fear injuring themselves in the process. Still others believe that it's �not their problem,� a prevalent feeling in our culture these days. One study found that the larger the group of bystanders, the less likely it is that one will jump in to help. Each will look towards the others to act, rather than acting themselves.
This fact should have a substantial impact on your self defense plan. You must face the reality that bystanders may not come to your rescue if you are being attacked, despite news stories highlighting cases of brave citizens who spring to action in times such as these. You cannot rely on others to help you; you can only rely on your own actions. The harsh reality is that unless a police officer happens to be nearby in your time of need, it is more than likely up to you to fend off your attacker.
What can you do to stop an attack if no one will help you? Always carry pepper spray, a stun gun, or a similar self defense device in your purse or pocket. These products enable you to fight back without the help of any bystanders. Why leave you fate in the hands of strangers who may or may not come to your aid, when you can take steps now to defend yourself if you must? This simple step gives you the power to stop an attack in progress.
About The Author: http://www.resistattack.com has a full range of TASER devices to keep you and your family safe. Also check for current specials on a wireless hidden camera
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