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RESOLVING CONFLICT & PREVENTING VIOLENCE Chapter 9

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Chapter 9. Resolving Conflict & Preventing Violence. Teens need to know about forms of violence and ways to protect themselves. Causes of Violence. Weapons, drugs, and gangs are some factors. Causes of Violence. Some acts of violence result from interpersonal conflicts. Violence. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

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RESOLVING CONFLICT & PREVENTING VIOLENCE

Chapter 9

Teens need to know about forms of violence and ways to protect themselves.

Causes of Violence

Weapons, drugs, and gangs are some factors

Causes of Violence

Some acts of violence result from interpersonal conflicts.

Violence•

Causes of Violence

Causes of Violence

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Hatred or Prejudice Against A Particular

Group

Causes of Violence

Children are at a greater risk of being involved in violence if their families:

Causes of Violence

• Teens are at a greater risk of being involved in violence

Causes of Violence

Alcohol and Drug Use

Mental and Emotional Problems

Teens with low self-esteem may:

Mental and Emotional Problems

Availability of Weapons

• A recent government survey revealed that nearly high school students reported having

Availability of Weapons

If you know that another teen is carrying a weapon, tell a trusted adult, such as a parent or teacher. If necessary, you can contact the authorities anonymously.

Violence in the Media

Every day, children and teens are exposed to violent words and images

Violence in the Media

• Studies have found that children and teens act more aggressively

• Children and teens who are aggressive

Gang Violence

• Youth gangs

• Teens who belong to gangs are much more likely than their peers to

Gang Violence

Be prepared to use refusal skills if anyone ever tries to recruit you into a gang.

Avoiding Gang Violence

Types of Violence

Violence may be

Assault and Homicide

An assault can be a minor threat or an attack that causes life-threatening injuries.

Assault•

Assault and Homicide

Assaults can take the form of random violence.

Random violence•

Assault and Homicide

If the victim of an assault dies, the crime becomes a homicide.

Homicide•

Assault and Homicide

Risk Factors Associated with

Violence

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Assault and Homicide

• You can protect yourself from

• For instance,

Sexual Violence

Victims of sexual violence are very likely to know their attackers.

Sexual violence•

Sexual Violence

Sexual harassment can include

Sexual Violence

Sexual violence can include sexual assault.

Sexual assault•

Sexual Violence

Survivors of rape may be unwilling to report the crime because of shame or fear.

Rape•

Sexual Violence

• Most rape victims are

• A sexual attack can

Avoiding Sexual Violence

Tips for Avoiding Sexual Violence

Be aware of your surroundings wherever you go.

Refuse to go anywhere alone with someone you don’t know or trust.

Attend parties with friends so you can all watch out for each other.

Avoid alcohol and drugs, which can make you an easier target.

Trust your instincts.

Responding to a Sexual Attack

If you are ever sexually attacked, your goal is to survive.

 

Do whatever you need to do to survive the situation.

Responding to a Sexual Attack

Reporting a sexual attack right away gives you the best chance of bringing the attacker to justice.

 

To preserve evidence of the attack, do not bathe or brush your teeth until you have been examined.

Responding to a Sexual Attack

If you are the victim of a sexual attack, seek medical help for any injuries and, if appropriate, get tested for pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).

Hate Crimes

A hate crime is any crime motivated chiefly by hatred of or prejudice against a particular group.

 

People may be targeted because of their race, religion, culture, sexual orientation, or other difference.

Hate Crimes

Forms of Hate Crimes

Harassment Vandalism

ArsonAssault and

Homicide

Hate Crimes

Practicing and teaching tolerance of other groups can go a long way toward ending hate crimes.

 

When a hate crime occurs, community members can condemn the crime and express support for the targeted group.

After You ReadReviewing Facts and Vocabulary

Any two: Alcohol and drug use; mental and emotional problems such as low self esteem, stress, depression, and anger; the availability of weapons; violence in the media; gang violence

1. Identify two factors that can contribute to violence.

After You ReadReviewing Facts and Vocabulary

2. What is random violence?

Violence committed for no particular reason.

After You ReadReviewing Facts and Vocabulary

3. Identify two steps you can take to protect yourself from sexual violence.

Any two: Be aware of your surroundings; avoid alcohol and drugs; stay in groups and look out for each other; refuse to go anywhere alone with someone you don’t know or trust; trust your instincts.