Despite Having Lower Rates of Victimization, Older Adults Tend to Fear

question 56

Essay

Despite having lower rates of victimization, older adults tend to fear crime more than other groups. Why is this and what can be done to change it?

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Definitions:

Workplace Etiquette

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Dress Codes

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