Fear Of Violence Is Escalating, Here Are The Top 10 Reasons Why

Fear for your personally safety can have a real impact on your day to day lives. Plus on that of your loved ones, family, and friends also. Here are the top ten reasons why people fear for their own safety and security:

Walking Alone at Night

Fear of being attacked, mugged, or harassed in poorly lit or isolated areas. The risk can be even greater when you are intoxicated. Or if you regularly wear expensive watches or jewellery while out in public. You should be particularly cautious around tourist areas. As these can be hot spots for attacks. If in doubt, move to a well-lit and populated area.

Home Invasions & Burglaries

Fear of break-ins, and aggravated burglaries. There are some really good alarm systems out there now. With options for remote monitoring by alarm receiving centres. So there are options to support you to feel safer in your own home.

Public Transportation Risks

Fear and anxiety over harassment, theft, or violence while using buses, trains, or subways. Social media has been a platform for showing some of the incidents on trains and tubes for example. If in doubt and feeling at threat of violence whilst on public transport, the best thing you can do is walk away and leave the area.

Workplace Violence & Harassment

Fear of threats, bullying, or unsafe working conditions causing stress and fear. Hopefully something that is getting better with modern day working. But there are still toxic workplaces out there. If you are being subjected to this, you should keep a diary of incidents and report it at the earliest opportunity.

Domestic Abuse & Toxic Relationships

Fear of emotional, physical, or financial abuse from a partner or family member. You don’t have to suffer alone, there are some really great support agencies out there such as the National Domestic Abuse Helpline – 08082000247.

Road Rage & Aggressive Drivers

Fear of encounters with reckless or hostile drivers leading to accidents or physical confrontations. By having a dash cam, this can act as a deterrent. As when people know they are being recorded, they tend to de-escalate their behaviour. So it’s worth investing in one.

Being Followed or Stalked

Fear of someone tracking or watching them, either online or in real life. This form of personal intrusion can be really scary for most people, so you should engage with professionals to support you at the earliest opportunity.

Gun Violence & Mass Shootings

Fear of unpredictable acts of violence in public places like schools, malls, or workplaces. This is even more of a concern with the increase of terror groups such as ISIS. Or the risk in illegal migrant mass stabbings that have been seen across Europe.

Medical Emergencies & Lack of Access to Healthcare

Fear of sudden health issues and not being able to get help in time. With the increased pressure on our medical support services, all of a sudden when you ring 999, they might not necessarily be coming. Training in first aid can be a great way to make you feel a bit safer. Or try and online support service like Virtual Care, where you can speak to a healthcare professional online through the app.

Discrimination & Hate Crimes

Fear of being targeted due to race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or identity. With a society that is becoming increasingly divided, hate crime is likely to keep increasing. However hard you might find it, walking away in the event of an incident is the safest thing to do.

It can be a scary world that we live in if you or your loved ones are subjected to personally safety and security concerns. But there are professionals out there with a genuine passion to make you feel safer. So get in touch today to discuss your own safety and security concerns. Get in touch today to speak to one of our specialist personal safety consultants.