1. Resolving Conflict & Preventing Violence
Chapter 9
Resolving Conflict & Preventing Violence

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

3. Causes of Violence
Weapons, drugs, and gangs are some factors

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

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

6. Causes of Violence
Children are at a greater risk of being involved in violence if their families:

7. Causes of Violence
Teens are at a greater risk of being involved in violence

8. Causes of Violence

9. Alcohol and Drug Use

10. Mental and Emotional Problems
Teens with low self-esteem may:

11. Mental and Emotional Problems

12. Availability of Weapons
A recent government survey revealed that nearly high school students reported having

13. 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.

14. Violence in the Media
Every day, children and teens are exposed to violent words and images

15. Violence in the Media
Studies have found that children and teens act more aggressively
Children and teens who are aggressive

16. Gang Violence
Youth gangs
Teens who belong to gangs are much more likely than their peers to

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

18. Types of Violence
Violence may be

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

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

21. 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

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

23. Assault and Homicide
You can protect yourself from
For instance,

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

25. Sexual Violence
Sexual harassment can include

26. Sexual violence can include sexual assault.

27. Sexual Violence
Survivors of rape may be unwilling to report the crime because of shame or fear.
Rape

28. Sexual Violence
Most rape victims are
A sexual attack can

29. 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.

30. 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.

31. 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.

32. 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).

33. 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.

34. Hate Crimes Forms of Hate Crimes Harassment Vandalism
Assault and Homicide
Arson

35. 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.

36. 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

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

38. 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.