Article in English: Regardless of your fear, you should always ensure the safety of yourself and those around you. There are things you can do to help control the safety of your surroundings.  Lock exterior doors and windows. Leave lights on at night, or use night lights. Keep a cell phone with you. Install an alarm system in your home. It is a reality that some areas are prone to violence. You must be diligent about creating a sense of safety for yourself. In addition to the items listed above there are things you can do to guard against violence:  Always walk with another person. Never walk alone. Avoid walking near dark areas, alleys and bushes. If you need to walk in the street be mindful of cars passing by as they may not see you. Wear reflective clothing if you are walking at night so you will be seen. Join neighborhood watch groups that focus on keeping your streets safe. You might make some friends and enjoy the experience of fighting crime. If you are approaching your car stick the individual keys on your keyring between your fingers, like a cat's claws. Position each facing out so you could use it as a weapon to defend yourself. Carry a loud alarm that you can set off in case someone approaches you against your will. Feeling physically vulnerable and defenseless can cause anxiety. Learning self-defense techniques may help you feel stronger and better able to protect yourself from possible dangers. Consider taking martial arts or kickboxing classes. Physical activity will help manage stress and build confidence. When you find yourself thinking about these fears, look for ways to think about something else. Obsessive thoughts only get worse if you let them. Distracting your own thoughts can help stop the cycle of anxiety that comes with overthinking your fears. Go for a walk or have a conversation with a friend to help refocus on something more pleasant. Read statistics about actual incidents of crime in your residential area. You will see that there are very few murders in your area when considering the size of the...

Summary in Vietnamese:
Thực hiện các bước để đảm bảo an toàn thể chất. Đề phòng khi bạn ở khu vực nguy hiểm. Học cách tự vệ. Thay đổi các ý nghĩ. Tự nghiên cứu. Đối mặt với nỗi sợ. Lên kế hoạch hành động. Rèn luyện để không sợ hãi. Cởi mở với những cảm xúc của mình. Chú ý nếu nỗi lo sợ của bạn leo thang thành chứng ám ảnh sợ hãi.