Post on 02-Jan-2016
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Availability of Weapons
• A recent government survey revealed that nearly high school students reported having
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Availability of Weapons
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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.
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Violence in the Media
• Studies have found that children and teens act more aggressively
• Children and teens who are aggressive
Gang Violence
Be prepared to use refusal skills if anyone ever tries to recruit you into a gang.
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Avoiding Gang Violence
Assault and Homicide
An assault can be a minor threat or an attack that causes life-threatening injuries.
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Sexual Violence
Victims of sexual violence are very likely to know their attackers.
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Sexual Violence
Survivors of rape may be unwilling to report the crime because of shame or fear.
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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
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.