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Survivors' behavior can teach others  view story
Tuesday, March 15, 2005
DON FERNANDEZ - - Atlanta Journal-Constitution
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Without a hint of warning, a normal life moment devolves into madness.
An attacker confronts you and makes demands. A gun to your head. A knife at your neck.
The body and mind scramble to work together, adrenaline blending with fear for a chemical combination that shocks the muscles, brain and soul.
What do you do? What actions should you take to ensure your safety?
The rampage that began Friday morning at the Fulton County Courthouse left four people dead. But a handful of individuals — most notably Gwinnett County hostage Ashley Smith — survived their encounters with the assailant to live another day.
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