Prevention of Victimization: Survival Skills for Urban Youth

Children are frequently exposed to violence at school or in their neighborhood, resulting in multiple negative psychological effects, including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, isolation, hopelessness, and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. The present study evaluated the unique prevention program...

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Published in:Journal of prevention & intervention in the community 2002-10, Vol.24 (2), p.31-42
Main Authors: Mikalsen, Elena, Vincent, John P., Harris, Gerald E.
Format: Article
Language:English
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community
prevention
Victim
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Summary:Children are frequently exposed to violence at school or in their neighborhood, resulting in multiple negative psychological effects, including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, isolation, hopelessness, and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. The present study evaluated the unique prevention program implemented in inner city parks designed to prevent the development of short- and long-term consequences of exposure to chronic violence. Results indicated that participants benefited significantly from the program, as evidenced by a decrease in endorsement of submissive conflict resolution strategies and behavioral problems. Higher self-esteem was related to increased program gains. Gender emerged as another moderator, while age was unrelated to improvement.
ISSN:1085-2352
1540-7330
DOI:10.1300/J005v24n02_04