Monthly Archives: January 2012

A Shocking Look at School Bullying

Bullying has been around for a long time, but it has certainly changed over the years. Today there are more outlets for bullying and harassment than ever, and a lot of research that shows at the effects of such acts. … Continue reading

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Safety Tips for Living Alone

We all know that being home alone can be a bit spooky at times. For people who live alone all the time, it’s something you have to get used to. In these cases, safety is of the utmost importance. You … Continue reading

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Get Rid of the Spam!

“Security” can mean a number of different things. While being able to live safely in your home is certainly the big picture, there are a lot of smaller factors that contribute to a secure life. In the same way, an … Continue reading

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12 Things to Keep in a Safe — and Nowhere Else!

For years, safe deposit boxes have been a great way to keep valuables secure. However, different items may require different kinds of security. So even if banks are always perfectly safe, the truth is that they shouldn’t be used for … Continue reading

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The Truth About Home Invasion

Sometimes statistics can be scary. They often have an overwhelming impact because they take a well-known idea and apply it to a bigger picture. This is especially true when they’re about darker topics, such as disease, or crime. But when … Continue reading

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5 Home Security Myths

With burglary on the rise, it’s more important than ever to make sure your home is protected from a break-in. Surprisingly, however, not even 15% of homes in the US have monitored security systems. According to an article by Family … Continue reading

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Craigslist Safety 101

As Craigslist becomes a more popular way to do business and social interaction online, it’s important to think about the risks that come along with it. Some of these dangers have always been present on the web. Whether it’s paying … Continue reading

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Easy Ways To Keep Your Home Safe

It’s easy to walk in your home after running errands and throw your keys on the counter, but are you actually compromising your safety? Once you’ve pulled your car in the garage and come inside, do you usually lock the … Continue reading

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Are You Ready For A Blizzard?

We may not have had any blizzards here in Central Iowa yet, but that doesn’t mean they’re not coming! Winter storms and blizzards can pose great risk to a family and, in particular, the elderly. As we all know, storms … Continue reading

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