Articles tagged with Violence
A new violence prevention program, LIFT, has been shown to reduce aggressive behavior in elementary school children by 90% after a single year. The program includes parents, teachers, and peers in monitoring and managing environments to create a safer experience for all students.
Adolescents who participate in date violence are more likely to engage in other high-risk behaviors such as attempted suicide, sexual risk-taking, and pregnancy. Males and females exhibit different patterns of risk, with males showing associations between same-sex partners, forced sex, and physical violence.
The American Psychoanalytic Association's Fall 1999 meeting explores the latest in psychiatric research, including topics such as school violence and adolescent therapy. Key perspectives on psychoanalysis goals and interdisciplinary approaches to addressing complex issues were also presented.
A recent study found that nearly half of South Bronx adolescents feel unsafe at home due to exposure to violence, including physical and emotional abuse. The young people reported taking proactive steps to mitigate the violence, such as resolving conflicts peacefully and seeking protection from friends.
Diane Trister Dodge emphasizes the importance of high-quality childcare in developing children's social competence. Good programs promote a sense of community and build relationships with families, while also acknowledging cognitive development.
A recent study by Penn State researchers found that severe poverty can lead to violent behavior in psychiatric patients. The study surveyed 293 patients and found that 23% showed violent behavior after discharge, with 14% committing a violent act during the follow-up period.
The American Psychiatric Association's 1999 Fall Components Meeting tackled significant psychiatric topics such as Psychiatric Aspects on Violence, Psychiatric Dimensions of Disasters, and Addiction Psychiatry. The meeting brought together over 1,000 leading psychiatric experts to discuss these critical issues.
A majority of Americans believe certain types of mental illnesses cause violent behavior, with over 90% linking stress as a cause. This stereotype persists despite recognition of mental illness and its causes, leading to social distance and reluctance to interact.
A new study found that cliques and social sets, as well as marijuana use, are predictors of violent behavior among teenagers. The research also identified other factors such as being male, having been victimized by violence, or feeling vulnerable to violence as risk factors. These findings have significant implications for understandin...
The convention will explore the role of psychologists in preventing teenage aggression and violence, as well as the consequences of internet usage. Experts will also discuss cancer treatment and prevention, including promoting well-being in cancer patients.
The American Psychiatric Association is hosting a symposium on school violence, examining its causes and possible solutions. The event features presentations by experts in the field, including discussions on inner-city violence, posttraumatic stress symptoms, and violence prevention in Chicago Public Schools.
Recent trends in juvenile crime policy are being driven by unwarranted fear, not facts, according to University of California at Berkeley Law Professor Franklin Zimring. The analysis of juvenile crime statistics for the period 1980-1996 and FBI data shows that juvenile crime has been on the decline for the past four years.
A Johns Hopkins study found that women who experience physical or verbal abuse are more likely to suffer from health problems, including physical symptoms such as diarrhea and abdominal pain. The study also found a higher incidence of vaginal discharge and substance abuse among abused women.
A study of 379 children at an Ohio State University elementary school found that most kids perceived their community as having both negative and positive aspects. Despite exposure to violence, nearly half felt safe at home, with 39% describing their homes as peaceful. The research highlights the complexity of urban childhood experiences.
A study by pediatricians from Wake Forest University found that gay teenage boys with multiple male partners are more likely to experience violence, drug abuse, and absence from school. The researchers suggest that clinicians can apply these findings to provide targeted support for these adolescents.
A new study found that discharged psychiatric patients who did not abuse alcohol and drugs had the same rate of violence as their neighbors in the community. Substance abuse raised the risk of violence among both groups, but was more common among discharged patients.
Most youth violence prevention programs lack scientific evidence, with only a few having undergone rigorous evaluations. Conflict management skills training and psycho-educational strategies show promise but require further research.
Researchers suggest schools need stronger partnerships with communities to provide safe spaces for learning. Full-service schools could offer health and counseling services, adult education classes, and parent support groups to address community stressors.
Victims of interpersonal violence are more likely to develop health problems and increase healthcare services usage over time. The study found that average healthcare use increased by 18% the first year after a rape, 56% the second year, and 31% the third year.
A recent study found that children using the 'Let's Talk About Living in a World With Violence' workbook became less aggressive when their teachers were comfortable with the curriculum and integrated it into other subjects. Children whose teachers did not integrate the material showed no significant differences in aggression.