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Hazing is only a problem for fraternities or sororities
Fact: Hazing is a societal problem. Hazing incidents have been frequently documented in the military, athletic teams, marching bands, religious cults, professional schools and other types of clubs and/or organizations.

Hazing is no more than foolish pranks that sometimes go awry.
Fact: Hazing is an act of power and control over others- it is victimization. Hazing is premeditated and NOT accidental. Hazing is abusive, degrading and often life-threatening.

As long as there's no malicious intent, a little hazing should be O.K.
Fact: Even if there's no malicious "intent" safety may still be a factor in traditional hazing activities that are considered to be "all in good fun." For example, serious accidents have occurred during scavenger hunts and kidnapping trips. Besides, what purpose do such activities serve in promoting the growth and development of group team members?

Hazing is an effective way to teach respect and develop discipline.
Fact: First of all, respect must be EARNED- not taught. Victims of hazing rarely report having respect for those who have hazed them. Just like other forms of victimization, hazing breeds mistrust, apathy and alienation.

If someone agrees to participate in an activity, it can't be considered hazing.
Fact: In states that have laws against hazing, consent of the victim can't be used as a defense in a civil suit. This is because even if someone agrees to participate in a potentially hazardous action it may be not be true consent when considering the peer pressure and desire to belong to the group.

It's difficult to determine whether or not a certain activity is hazing-it's such a gray area sometimes.
Fact: It's not difficult to decide if an activity is hazing if you use common sense and ask yourself the following questions:

• Does this activity add to the worth and growth of the individual?
• Would you be willing to invite your chapter advisor or coach to the activity?
• Would you be willing to invite a university faculty member or administrator to this activity?
• Would you be prepared to go to court to defend the merit of this activity?
• Would you participate equally in the activity?
• Can this activity be written into your new member manual and shared with other chapters, leadership consultants, and university administrators?

If you answered "no" to any of these questions, the activity could be considered hazing, and you should reconsider it.