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Survival Systems preach self~defense by Eileen Riddle situation, such as an unarmed robbery. The men suggested ing situations, exclusively.

Self-defense has become of extreme importance in today's society due to the number of crimes committed. This is why the student activities office sponsored a lecture on selfdefense called "Survival Systems." The lecture concerned the importance of self-defense and how to use it effectively. that you try to control the situation by not panicking. The Tasker and Hall stated that you should try to disable your second thing you should do is try and prevent the situation attacker. The most effective way to do this is to go for the from escalating, and thirdly, -you should continually look attacker's weaknesses, such as the eyes and the flesh area for "outs," such as people, a lighted house or talking your above the neck. The men stated that these areas are very way out of the situation. effective in almost every situation because every person has these weaknesses.

James Tasker and Robert Hall of Tasker and Hall Inc., self protection consultants, gave a lecture on self-defense in the Widener Center Lecture Hall on Tuesday, Oct. 2. The main theme of the lecture was that self- defense is just that, defense. The men stressed that a person who is being attacked should be on the offense only when the situation is life or death. I thought the lecture gave you a more " psychological approach to self-defense than a physical one.' -Lisa Rancatore, freshman

Hall said, "The most difficult part of teaching selfdefense is that people do not realize the seriousness of violence and the importance of self-defense."

Tasker and Hall's most important message was that one should try to avoid an attacker altogether by being alert in every situation. The best self-defense is to avoid a confrontation rather than being careless and induce one. Tasker said, "It is your personal responsibility to defend yourself." He also said that the main goal is not to harm others, but to protect yourself from harm.

The second part of the lecture dealt with life threatening situations and how to handle them. The men stressed that you should use these particular techniques in life threaten

Lisa Rancatore, freshman, said, "I thought the lecture was rather realistic. It gave you a more psychological approach to self-defense than a physical one. I believe that I could handle a situation much better now than before."

The lecture was composed of two parts. The first part, which was a majority of the lecture, was what to do if you were attacked and the attack was not ,a life threatening

'Live-ins' choose family living over campus

by Karen Clark

A unique, and increasingly popular profession among college students, is live-in babysitting for families in their surrounding area. Live-in babysitters are those people who, in exchange for free room and board, take care of small children and household duties, and also, in some cases, become an integral part of the family.

The obvious benefits of this living situation are: a deduction in college expenses and tuition, and the possibility of the student forming a strong bond with the family. Some families are also willing to give the student a small allowance or spending money. However, there are some disadvantages to being a live-in babysitter. The student might feel uncomfortable living with a strange family. Mary Mackin, freshman, is a babysitter by the hour. Mackin said, "Yes, I would be a live-in babysitter if I were acquainted with the family, because I would feel more at ease with a family I knew, than I would with strangers."

I had free use of the whole house, and was allowed to have visitors whenever I wanted to do so.'

-Regina Murphy, freshman

Another disadvantage would have to be dealing with children who misbehave. Tina Slater, freshman, is also a babysitter by the hour. Slater said, "I would become a live-in babysitter if I knew that the children were well-behaved, and I enjoyed tak- - ing care of them." Besides child care, the student may also have certain household chores to perform. Michelle Nichols, freshman, was a live-in babysitter. Nichols said, "I was also responsible for the child's laundry and light house chores such as vacuuming, washing dishes and dusting ."

I just could not get along with the family. Nothing I seemed to do was right.' -Michelle Nichols, freshman

Although the students live in the home with the family, they are not always treated as a family member . Nichols said, "I had free use of the family room, but I had to buy my own telephone and I was not allowed visitors during the week and very seldom on weekends."

This is not true in all cases, however. Regina Murphy, freshman, a live-in babysitter said, "I had free use of the whole house and was allowed to have visitors whenever I wanted to do so. I had my own telephone that the family paid for and my own television," Murphy said.

Besides the student's adjustment, an adjustment also has to be made by the family, since a stranger has just come to live with them . This person will be eating meals with them, and taking care of their child or children. This person may have habits which the parents dislike. The parents could also disapprov~ of the way in

Babysitting is a common way for college students to earn extra money. a new option is being a live-in babysitter. (photo by Cara Graham)

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which the person takes care of their children. These and many other problems may arise in this type of arrangement.

In some cases, the problems may overpower the situation, and the student may be forced to leave. "I just could not get along with the family. Nothing I seemed to do was right, and I was finally forced to leave, not by the parents, but just by my own judgement," Nichols said.

However, the student and family may also form a close bond, and the student may come to be considered a member of the family. In this case, it may become difficult for the student to leave ifhe or she is forced to do so. Murphy said, "I had to leave to come back to school. When the family found out, they gave me a party, and at the party, the little girl cried."

The right conditions seem to be the key to a successful relationship between a livein babysitter and the family.

Health services: How does Cabrini measure up?

by Joan Kramer

Nearly all four-year colleges and universities assume some responsibility for the health care of their students. The extent of this care may range from basic first-aid to comprehensive medical and mental health services.

The difference depends on a number of factors, such as the health service's budget and the source of those funds, and the extent to which students press for programs.

Cabrini College's Rudy Rooymans Counseling Center houses facilities serving both students' medical and mental health needs. The campus health services are headed by Nurse Mary Mulligan, M.A., and five qualified student medical assistants, who are trained in helping students with common illnesses, and in emergency calls.

Sophomore medical assistant Pat McKenna said, "The most common illnesses I have come across in students are colds, nausea, and diarrhea, which result from food changes, headaches, migraines, menstrual cramps, and very often stress." He added, "Stress brings on a lot of physical problems. Its like a trigger mechanism." Medical as,sistant at Cabrini East, Maureen McKenna, senior, agreed, "Stress is the big thing in the commuting student."

Mulligan said, "Walking and - exercising are important for getting rid of stress," and added, "I do give out stress tabs in some cases. Another common complaint made by students is fatigue, and my administration of B-12 shots can be dispensed."

There are a host of reasons behind the student illnesses. McKenna said, "Students do not dress properly. They underestimate the weather." ,cause many illnesses," and added,"Eating disorders are prevalent, and I suggest that students eat between 1000 and 1200 calories daily, and engage in slimnastics." An article on stress in the October issue "Ms" magazine said, "The most common problems that affect the physical and mental health of students are alcohol, drug abuse, and eating disorders . These common illnesses may stem from tension with parents, sexual confusion, or worrying about a job." ''These medical assistants, Pat and Maureen McKenna, Mike (Tamburro, junior) and Michelle Tamburro (senior), and Ladonna Mehecca, (senior) all have the ability to handle pressure,"

Mulligan said. When students have any inclination that they may be ill, Mulligan stressed, ''The sooner they seek help the better, or else the illness will build up and worsen."

Many of the sicknesses students encounter may be due to outside factors. Mulligan said, ''The after affects from drinking Mary Ellen Lilly, director of resident life, said, ''They are certified in CPR and advanced first aid. In case of an emergency, there is always one medical assistant on duty every night, and on the weekends in the dorms; in severe cases, an ambulance will be notified immediately."