In each of these scenes, students take a chance of becoming victims of violent acts. Most of us operate under the assumption that we should be able to go anywhere, anytime and do anything we want to and not be hassled. While this is a meritorious philosophy, it leaves one open to challenge by those living the code of the streets. Mixed with drugs, alcohol, guns and poverty, the code creates volatile situations. Like it or not, America's changing urban cultural scene is forcing urban youth regardless of socioeconomic standing to learn and sometimes adopt the code of the streets for survival.
Stalkers prey on weak, vulnerable-looking people.
Assertive confrontation can dissuade this kind of person. Those intoxicated on alcohol and other drugs can act unpredictably. Rationally arguing with this type of person is usually pointless. Use a verbal distraction and attempt to get away from them if possible. Suppressed anger towards others can be vented toward you for no apparent reasons.