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This well-researched, comprehensive volume not only makes readers aware of the problem, but it also offers a look at strategies to eliminate and prevent school violence. The author covers national opinion on the subject, various theories of violence, risk factors, the availability of weapons to young people, and educational reform, as well as state and federal legislation. Also included are biographical sketches of individuals who have studied or worked to abolish violence in schools; a chronology of events associated with the topic; revealing statistics; and annotated lists of print and nonprint resources for further study. Anyone interested in the psychology of the problem or in formulating prescriptions for prevention will find this book both intriguing and informative.
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"An invaluable sourcebook for upper-division undergraduates and above." - Choice "School Violence presents a comprehensive examination of violence in schools ... Recommended." - The Book Report "Well organized and easy to use, this title will be a welcome resource for students doing reports on the subject." - School Library Journal "Teachers, school administrators, concerned parents, and students concerned about their own security who wish to investigate this issue and its possible solutions, either for academic or for practical purposes, will find many useful starting points in School Violence." - Rettig on Reference (Gale.com)
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- PublisherABC-CLIO
- Publication date1997
- ISBN 10 0874368618
- ISBN 13 9780874368611
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages184
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