Gershon Ben KerenTrump & His “Crime Is Through The Roof CommentIt’s a common argument that is often made by the political right, whether in the UK, US or Europe, that crime is always getting worse. In…1d ago1d ago
Gershon Ben KerenMoments of MadnessWe have all had moments of madness. Times when we have acted recklessly without a thought to the consequences of our actions etc.Sep 8Sep 8
Gershon Ben KerenFreud’s Instinct Theory of AggressionIn last week’s article I looked at aggression and violence being explained by social learning theory; that aggression and violence is…Sep 3Sep 3
Gershon Ben KerenWhy We Are So Easily DeceivedIn last week’s article I looked at how self-deception, which is something we engage in on a daily basis, concerning a variety of potential…Aug 23Aug 23
Gershon Ben KerenPersonal Safety & Self-DeceptionWe tell ourselves “lies” all the time. In fact, humans are the masters of self-deception. The philosopher, Friedrich Nietzsche, wrote in…Aug 13Aug 13
Gershon Ben KerenEmergency Preparedness & Risk RegistersIn September 2018, a number of gas explosions in the Merrimack Valley (Massachusetts), devastated 40 houses, and resulted in thousands of…Jul 30Jul 30
Gershon Ben KerenHow Safety Tips Disarm UsMost people have not experienced violence firsthand. Most people don’t know someone who has been the target of a violent assault. So, when…Jul 23Jul 23
Gershon Ben KerenWhy We Don’t Back DownDuring my time working bar and club security, I have seen countless fights that involved two individuals who clearly didn’t want to fight…Jul 17Jul 17
Gershon Ben KerenThe Motivators & Motivations Behind Street RobberiesWhilst street robberies or muggings may seem simple “transactional” affairs, where one individual demands assets e.g., possessions such as…Jul 15Jul 15
Gershon Ben KerenAlone in the Woods: Man or Bear?A couple of months back a Tik Tok video went viral, that featured women being asked if they’d rather be alone in the woods with a man or a…Jul 82Jul 82