|
Child Abduction-One of
the Most Common Threats around the World
Child abduction is one of the most common threats to children around
the world. Child abduction is a process of kidnapping or taking a
child away by force or alluring him to serve different purposes of
the abductors.
A home burglary occurs every 15
seconds-don't allow this at your house! Having a
Home Security System will help you prevent yours from being
the next target. Your home is your most valuable asset. Secure it
and protect your family today.
If we talk about cases of child
abduction, the number of such cases has increased in the past few
years. There are many reasons behind this. The first and foremost,
like most crimes, is money. The high rate of unemployment the world
over has made kidnapping an attractive alternative to working for a
living.
Apart from money, there are many other motives behind child
abduction. In regions like Africa children are kidnapped and forced
into slavery. In third world countries some kidnappers cut off a
hand or leg making them handicapped and forcing them into begging.
The increasing number of kidnappings has heightened awareness of the
problem. People now are recognizing the importance of adopting
effective measures to keep their children away from criminals.
Here are some steps that can prove effective in keeping the child
away from kidnappers.
-
Keep a record of where your child is
and who they are with at all times. Never leave them unattended.
-
It is not advisable to leave your
child alone at public places in a car or stroller.
-
If you are allowing your small kids
to enter public restroom, accompany them.
-
Teach your child not to accept
rides, gifts or food from strangers.
-
Accompany your child on all
door-to-door activities.
-
Develop a routine for picking your
children up from school or other events.
-
Your child must learn his/her full
name, address and phone number.
-
Your child must also know your full
name all telephone numbers.
-
Train your child how to reach your
office, mobile or home phone in case of emergency.
-
Train your child how to call the
police or an emergency number.
-
Always have a plan in case your
child gets separated from you in public.
-
Instruct your child to be in a group
of friends when going out.
-
Make your child aware of child
abductions and safety in very simple and easy to understand terms.
-
Be your child's best friend. This
creates an environment in which your child free to talk to you.
-
Assure your child that you will
reach him anywhere, anytime in case of emergency.
-
Keep a record of all your child's
friends and acquaintances with their names and telephone numbers.
-
Do a background check or check
references before hiring a nanny or a babysitter for your child.
-
Teach your child to recognize
suspicious behavior.
-
Urge your child to think
escape/survival if he/she were ever abducted.
-
Teach your child to stay away from
strangers.
-
Speak to your local law enforcement
agency to find about neighborhood watch.
These are effective ways to help keep
your child safe from strangers. It is also very important to keep
your child physically fit and active in case he has to face any kind
of threat. Enroll him into a martial arts or self-defense classes.
Fill your child with self-confidence and help him eliminate fears.
Encourage him to use his mind when surrounded by dangerous
situation.
|
