Dealing with individuals who are belligerent, hostile, or noncompliant can be an everyday occurrence. Your effective response to this defensive behavior is often the key to avoiding
a physical confrontation with an out-of-control individual. These seven principles for verbal intervention will help you intervene in the safest, most effective way possible.
Seven Principles for Effective Verbal Intervention
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