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... > social science subjects > psychology > behavior mechanisms > behavior (psychology) > antisocial behavior > violence > youth violence
... > social science subjects > criminology and criminal justice > crimes and offenses > antisocial behavior > violence > youth violence
... > social science subjects > psychology > behavior mechanisms > human development > mental health, mental disorders, and special groups > antisocial behavior > violence > youth violence
... > social science subjects > psychology > social psychology > antisocial behavior > violence > youth violence
social science subjects > sociology > social problems > violence > youth violence

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youth violence  

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  • Youth violence can be defined as the intentional use of physical force or power (threatened or actual) exerted either by or against youth that likely or actually causes psychological or physical harm. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that this widespread violence in the United States disproportionately impacts youth ages 10 to 29 years old. [Source: Encyclopedia of Interpersonal Violence; Youth Violence]

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