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Steps to Ask Yourself Before Calling the Police
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Is this merely an inconvenience to me? Can I put up with this and be okay?
(Y) Yes, I can deal
(N) No, I Need to respond.
Can I handle this on my own? Is this something I could try to talk-out with the person?
(Y) Yes, I can talk it out.
(N) No, I need backup.
Is there a friend, neighbor, or someone whom I could call to help me?
(Y) Yes, I can call a friend to help.
(N) No, I need a professional.
Could we use mediation to talk through what happened or could I call an emergency response hotline?
(Y) Yes
(N) No
Professional Resources
If I call the police, do I understand how involving the police could impact me and the other person? |