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Many people today do not feel safe either at home or when they are out. What are the causes? What are the possible solutions?

#people #home
Nowadays, the majority are concerned about their safety in their own space whether
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at home or
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outdoor
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.
This
 essay will examine the main causes of unsafe environment and possible measures, which can be taken to tackle
this
 situation. The two main causes of uncertainty are a surge in criminal activities by unemployed people and domestic violence. When there is an increase in the unemployment rate, they start to find an alternative way to overcome poverty.
For instance
, they start selling
out
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illegal drugs and
also
 commit murder
due to
 severe mental illnesses
such
 as depression
that is
 caused by joblessness.
In addition
, domestic abuse is a major contributor
for
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 a
person to feel
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 at risk at home.
For example
, a child witnessing assault can lead to behaviour changes
such
 as always being anxious and feeling
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 at home. Some possible solutions to
this
 problem are providing more jobs and
to punish
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 the offender. As the government provides more job opportunities,
this
 will likely decrease unemployment
hence
 the crime rate.
Therefore
, providing a much safer place for their mental health
as well as
 their
overall
 well-being.
Moreover
, the next step in fighting uncertainty is
by punishing
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 the offender with more severe punishment. In the case of a child witnessing domestic violence, it can become grounds for taking a child from their family under failure to protect laws.
To conclude
, the increase in criminal activities by unemployment and domestic violence leads to safety issues within a person.
However
, we can significantly lessen the feeling of unease by providing more job opportunities and a law that
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 the offenders.
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