The Influence Of Family Violence On Youth Attitudes

Authors: Slovak, Karen; Carlson, Karen; Helm, Linda

Source: Child and Adolescent Social Work Journal, Volume 24, Number 1, February 2007 , pp. 77-99(23)

Publisher: Springer

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Abstract:

This study investigated the impact of violence exposure on youth attitudes toward violence and guns. Rural youth were surveyed on their exposure to violence in the home, school, and neighborhood in addition to their attitudes toward guns and violence. Results indicated youth were exposed to an alarming amount of violence in each setting, particularly the school. Findings also demonstrated that attitudes toward violence and guns were significantly influenced by violence in the home and being male.

Keywords: Youth; Violence; Attitudes; Home; Community

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10560-006-0063-8

Affiliations: 1: Email: slovak@muohio.edu

Publication date: 2007-02-01