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Never reveal to someone at the door or a phone caller that you are alone.
Don't open your door to strangers or allow a stranger to use your phone.
Ask for identification from all repair and utility representatives. Once they are in your home, never let them out of your sight.
List only your first initial and last name on the mailbox and in the telephone directory if you live alone.
Avoid walking alone on the street. After dark, avoid poorly lighted areas and walk on the side of the street facing traffic.
Be alert on public transportation. When leaving, take a quick look around to see who else is getting off with you. If someone is following, walk quickly to the nearest well-lighted area.
If attached, your best defense is noise - use a whistle, or scream long and loud. People will react to a scream of FIRE more readily than for HELP .
Keep a level head and don't panic. Most women escape possible rape by talking their way out of it. Few escape by fighting.
Try unexpected tactics: Distract him; tell him you have VD; sing "The Star Spangled Banner" at the top of your lungs.
Use fighting only as a last resort, unless you are expertly trained.