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Interpersonal violence among youth: A challenge for school personnel

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Although interpersonal violence in the school setting is not a new phenomenon, the problem has escalated considerably in this last decade. Both urban and rural school systems are being affected. This paper seeks to explore the extent of interpersonal violence and its impact on students and school personnel. The multiple factors that lead to school violence are examined. Select curricula used in school systems to reduce or prevent violence are highlighted. The article emphasizes that student violence is not a problem limited to the school environment, but one that should and must find a solution through cooperation of all the institutions present in the community, family included. Finally, suggestions are presented for developing preventive strategies.

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    Laura Pilotto

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    June D. Gorski

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Gorski, J.D., Pilotto, L. Interpersonal violence among youth: A challenge for school personnel. Educ Psychol Rev 5, 35–61 (1993). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01332399

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