Fear itself: women's constant stress over safety creates health problems

Article Abstract:

Majority of urban women live in constant fear of being raped and mugged wherever they go. Although this fear may be fine because it keeps them alert, it poses a threat to their physical and mental health. The best way to deal with this is by being prepared at all times.

Health aspects, Women, Crimes against, Fear of crime

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A nation gone wild: crime is individualism run amok - in corporate suites as well as ghetto streets

Article Abstract:

The rapid escalation of crime and violence in the US from the top down to the bottom of the socio-economic ladder is attributed to the decline of community-based institutions. But as long as Americans continue to envision and work for change, there is still hope.

United States, Analysis, Social problems

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The streets of Los Angeles

Article Abstract:

An African American woman escapes unharmed from a group of young black muggers. In this time of rising violence within the black community, she is surprised that her skin color saved her from this potentially lethal incident.

African Americans

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