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Statistics on Rape/Sexual Assaults and Violence against Women

Statistics: Womens Self defense Crime Data will help you to realize the importance of developing a personal safety plan now. Remember, statistics are not designed to scare you, but prepare you for possibilities.

If you only read two facts from this page:

1. One self defense technique can make the critical difference in avoiding sexual contact in most cases of sexual assault!

2. In a study for High School girls, they asked why girls gave in to the boy's request for sex. The number one reason was because the girls didn't know how to say "no" without hurting the boy's feelings.

RAPE STATISTICS FACT SHEET FOR ADULTS

� 78 women are being raped each hour!
� One out of three women will be sexually assaulted in their lifetime.
� The risk of rape is four times higher for women aged 16-24 than for any other age group
� Nine out ten rapes are never reported.
� An accused rapist is more likely to be acquitted than a person charged with any other violent crime.
� Statistically most rapists are repeat offenders.
� Over 50% of all rapes occur in a residence, often the victim's own.
� Women who are assaulted need help and counseling to talk about the experience. "Forgetting about it" can lead to even more problems for the victim.
� Most rapists are not murderers. Of the women who chose to resist an attacker fewer than 9% sustain injuries more than a cut or a bruise.
� All women may be rape victims - age, race, socioeconomic status, appearance, and lifestyle are not deciding factors.
� In one study, 25% of the women assaulted were responding to requests for help by the assailant. Friendly, helpful women are the most vulnerable to an attack.
� The vast majority of sexual assaults are date and / or acquaintance rape (80-90%) as oppose to stranger rape.
� Every 9 seconds a woman is physically abused by a male who is either a spouse or boyfriend.

RAPE FACT SHEET FOR ADOLESCENTS

� Annually 1 to 1.5 million adolescent girls are raped in the U.S..
� 33% of the girls raped reported more than one assault.
� Statistics suggest only 5% of adolescent rapes are reported.
� Adolescent sexual assault occurs primarily within the context of a date.
� In a study for High School girls, they asked why girls gave in to the boy's request for sex. The number one reason was because the girls didn't know how to say "no" without hurting the boy's feelings.
� Verbal pressure is the most common force used against adolescents.
� Most offenders were the same age as their victims.
�In approximately 80% of attempted rape cases, girls with any self-defense training avoided sexual contact.

Ageton , Suzanne S. Ph.D.., Facts About Sexual Assault. A Research Report for Adults Who Work with Teenagers. Rockville, Maryland. National Institute of Mental Health, 1985.

The Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network is the nation's largest anti-sexual assault organization. RAINN operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline and carries out programs to prevent sexual assault, help victims and ensure that rapists are brought to justice.

Click on RAINN or the graphic for help or information.

One of "America's 100 Best Charities" (Worth magazine)

National Sexual Assault Hotline � 1.800.656.HOPE � Free. Confidential. 24/7.

One self defense technique can make the critical difference in avoiding sexual contact in most cases of sexual assault!

WITS (Whatever It Takes) Women's Self Defense Workbook

WITs (Whatever It Takes) Women's Self Defense Workbook, now as a digital book is available to download for only $9.95.

This complete self-study guide is packed with the information and physical skills that Bill and Becky teach in their Women's Self Defense Workshops.

The "WITS" ebook contains approximately 50 pages with over 80 pictures in an 8 1/2" by 11" workbook style format that will empower you with lot of options in an assault situation.

The Benefits of WITS:

*Date/ Acquaintenance rape resistance techniques
*Learn to use motor skills you already possessis
*Safe, fun ways to learn the secrets of self protection
*Easy moves to remember under stress
*You can learned prevention strategies quickly
*No punching
*No strength moves
*No previous experience in any combative training needed
*No physical conditioning
*With minimal practice you get maximum results
*Gain confidence skimming through the self-study program

The (WITS) Women's Self Defense Workbook contains additional self defense moves and training not found on this web site. Many of the self defense moves found in "WITS" are illegal to use in most countries in any form of organized fighting sport. Self protection isn't a sport; so if you are looking for more easy-to-learn techniques that can devastate an attacker, consider this affordable download for $9.95.

Next, Megan's Law is a federal law passed in 1996 that authorizes local law enforcement agencies to notify the public about convicted sex offenders living, working or visiting their communities.

Self Defense For Life

"Surprising simple, devastatingly effective!" said a recent workshop participant.

For a limited time get this special price for
"Self Defense For Life".

You can purchase the complete "Self Defense For Life" book (pdf) from Bill and Becky Valentine online now for only $4.95.

Here is another book full of additional easy-to-learn self defense techniques and ideas packed into about 55 pages and over 130 pictures. (You can Click on the book cover to view a few of the pages showing how to use a keychain/baton weapon)

You can learn to quickly punish your attacker with:

* A special type of Knee Kick, page 12
* Easy to learn Front Snap Kick, page 16
* Elbow Strikes are Painful!, page 20
* Security with a Keychain Weapon, page 34
* What to do if you find yourself on the ground, page 41
* Arming your purse with Household Items, page 45
* How to swing your purse as a weapon, page 44
* Grab from behind techniques, pages 23, 28, 29, 30, 37, 38, 39
* Bear Hug from the front.. or more pain for the offender! Pages 10, 22, 26, 27, 28, 37, 39
* How to use this book, or a magazine as a Weapon, pages 32, 33

The actual physical techniques that make up the self-defense moves are not difficult to learn, the basic skills are not always instinctive. By familiarizing yourself with a few good simple physical moves, you can help reduce your anxiety over the possibility of an attack and enable yourself to deal with aggression when threatened.

Only $4.95

"Ultimate Self Defense Now" E-zine

Consider signing up for the "Ultimate Self Defense Now" E-zine. You can continue to stay current with personal security information, safety products, and any special bonus features and upcoming reports.

Currently, everyone that signs up will receive access to "The Ultimate Fighting Seated" page. Here, you will experience several basic self defense strikes that will hurt an attacker quickly so you can escape. Please note the "WARNING" information on this page. These techniques are the "real deal" that help to level the playing field for women, especially when a date-goes-bad!

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