Preventing Teen Violence: A Guide for Parents and Professionals (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780275982461)

Ever since the killings at Columbine High School created a renewed focus on the problems of adolescent aggression, professionals in education, criminal justice, and social services have been seeking ways to curb its rising tide. This volume examines adolescent aggression from many perspectives--biological, psychological, and social--and analyzes some of the contributing factors to this growing problem. Written by internationally recognized experts in adolescent psychology, the book not only covers the causes of teen violence but, more important, offers solutions.

McCarthy, Hutz, and their contributors reveal the precursors to violent behavior, and provide strategies for working with adolescents to prevent future violence. The symptoms and strategies are described clearly in a way that can be understood and adapted by parents, schools, social service agencies, and criminal justice institutions. Topics include: substance abuse; suicide and self-harm; sexual aggression; anger management and impulse control; gang violence; school violence; bullying; resilience; and increasing critical thinking skills. This book is a must-read for anyone who lives, works, or comes in contact with youth.

Author: Sherri McCarthy, Claudio Hutz
ISBN-10: 0275982467
ISBN-13: 9780275982461
Publisher: Praeger
Language: English
Published: 01/30/2006
Pages: 304
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.38lbs
Size: 9.56h x 6.44w x 1.17d

Review Citation(s):
Choice 12/01/2006 pg. 722