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The Effects of Fear & Violence: Mourning Trayvon
Trayvon Martin’s death, as well as the lack of charges brought against his killer, was horrific for many, but was not surprising. Women often tell me of their rape aversion plans. They usually include: carrying their keys between their fingers, … Continue reading
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The Laws of Nature
There are certain laws of the natural world. • What goes up, must come down. • If you touch something hot, you will pull your hand away. • If someone tries to harm me or someone I love, _________. It’s … Continue reading
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Violence in the Media
Violence in the Media Creates Fear, Not Just Violence I love watching movies with my friends. I deeply dislike violence in the media. But, you know, the one perk to it is hearing my friends shout (at home on the … Continue reading
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Tagged Expectations, Fear, Media, Statistics