Resolving Conflict & Preventing Violence 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

Some acts of violence result from interpersonal conflicts. Causes of Violence Some acts of violence result from interpersonal conflicts. Violence

Hatred or Prejudice Against A Particular Group Causes of Violence Causes of Violence 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

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

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

Assaults can take the form of random violence. Assault and Homicide Assaults can take the form of random violence. Random violence

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

Risk Factors Associated with Violence Assault and Homicide Risk Factors Associated with Violence

Assault and Homicide You can protect yourself from For instance,

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

Sexual Violence Sexual harassment can include

Sexual violence can include 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 Assault and Homicide Arson

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 Read Reviewing Facts and Vocabulary Identify two factors that can contribute to violence. 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

After You Read Reviewing Facts and Vocabulary What is random violence? Violence committed for no particular reason.

After You Read Reviewing Facts and Vocabulary 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.