Conflict resolution in America's schools

The US is currently experiencing a "violence epidemic," particularly among young people. Left unchecked, this wave of aggression could lead to even more disastrous consequences 10 or 20 years down the road when these adolescents become adults. One potential solution with a proven success r...

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Published in:Dispute resolution journal 1997-01, Vol.52 (1), p.67
Main Authors: Wilburn, Kay O, Bates, Mary Lynn
Format: Magazinearticle
Language:English
Subjects:
Conflict resolution
Mediation
Public schools
School violence
Social impact
Students
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Summary:The US is currently experiencing a "violence epidemic," particularly among young people. Left unchecked, this wave of aggression could lead to even more disastrous consequences 10 or 20 years down the road when these adolescents become adults. One potential solution with a proven success rate is mediation at the elementary, middle and high school levels. Peer mediation programs enable disputants to vent frustration or anger in a controlled setting and "concentrate on identifying the problem instead of establishing blame or seeking revenge." The students then formulate their own solution to the conflict.
ISSN:1074-8105
2573-606X