Source: Thomas Van Veen/Courtesy Defend Yourself Welcome to my first blog post for Psychology Today! I’d like to share with you how I got here and what I’ll be offering in this space. My Story I think ...

Walking alone at night is something most women have experienced — and for many, it comes with a sense of unease that’s hard to shake. The fear of being followed, harassed, or caught off guard is real, ...

The word “ohana” means family in Hawaiian. For a newly formed nonprofit in Vancouver, it’s more than just a word. It’s a mission to empower women through self-defense. Formed in August 2024, Ohana ...

Ms. Abdelhamid is the author of the forthcoming “Get Home Safe: A Guide to Self-Defense and Building Our Collective Power.” Feb. 12, 2026 I’ve taught self-defense for nearly 17 years, across Queens ...

BROKEN ARROW, Okla. — Women in the Broken Arrow community learned practical self-defense techniques during a free seminar last Saturday at Embody Fitness after recent attacks on women in the Tulsa ...

As someone who loves early morning and late evening walks, as well as solo nights at the movie theater, personal safety is always at the back of my mind. Although experts say awareness and avoidance ...

MIAMI, Okla. — A local library is bringing back a class aimed at helping teens protect themselves and build confidence. The Miami Public Library is offering a teen self-defense class through the end ...