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What is the second leading cause of death among adolescents and young adults in the U.S.?
What is the second leading cause of death among adolescents and young adults in the U.S.?
Homicide
At what age range are youths more likely to join gangs?
At what age range are youths more likely to join gangs?
Between ages 11 and 15
What is of the consequences of gangs on communities, in terms of property values?
What is of the consequences of gangs on communities, in terms of property values?
Decreasing property values
According to James C. 'Buddy' Howell, what does each community need to be aware of?
According to James C. 'Buddy' Howell, what does each community need to be aware of?
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What percentage of violent crimes are gang members responsible for in some jurisdictions?
What percentage of violent crimes are gang members responsible for in some jurisdictions?
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What are some potential long-term health and social consequences of gang involvement for youths?
What are some potential long-term health and social consequences of gang involvement for youths?
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According to Decker and Van Winkle, what are the pull factors that attract youths to join gangs?
According to Decker and Van Winkle, what are the pull factors that attract youths to join gangs?
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What social, economic, and cultural forces push adolescents in the direction of gangs?
What social, economic, and cultural forces push adolescents in the direction of gangs?
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What is one key factor that some researchers attribute to pushing minority youth into gangs?
What is one key factor that some researchers attribute to pushing minority youth into gangs?
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Define a gang according to the text.
Define a gang according to the text.
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What are some of the problems associated with gangs?
What are some of the problems associated with gangs?
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Discuss strategies that can help prevent gang development.
Discuss strategies that can help prevent gang development.
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What is the typical structure of gangs?
What is the typical structure of gangs?
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Why do youths often join gangs at early ages?
Why do youths often join gangs at early ages?
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What role do gangs play in providing a sense of identity for adolescents?
What role do gangs play in providing a sense of identity for adolescents?
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How can community social disorganization contribute to youth gang membership?
How can community social disorganization contribute to youth gang membership?
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What are some risk factors within the family that can lead to youth gang membership?
What are some risk factors within the family that can lead to youth gang membership?
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How can cultural norms supporting gang behavior impact youth involvement in gangs?
How can cultural norms supporting gang behavior impact youth involvement in gangs?
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What are some community factors that can increase the likelihood of youth gang membership?
What are some community factors that can increase the likelihood of youth gang membership?
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What strategies can communities employ to prevent youth from joining gangs?
What strategies can communities employ to prevent youth from joining gangs?
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Why is it important to have a balance of prevention, intervention, and suppression strategies for success in any community?
Why is it important to have a balance of prevention, intervention, and suppression strategies for success in any community?
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What should punitive sanctions target in order to address delinquent gang behaviors?
What should punitive sanctions target in order to address delinquent gang behaviors?
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What is the goal of prevention programs that target youth at risk of gang involvement?
What is the goal of prevention programs that target youth at risk of gang involvement?
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What are some key actions that can be taken to help prevent youth from joining gangs?
What are some key actions that can be taken to help prevent youth from joining gangs?
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What are some factors contributing to youth gang membership according to the text?
What are some factors contributing to youth gang membership according to the text?
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How does peer group influence play a role in youth gang involvement?
How does peer group influence play a role in youth gang involvement?
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What individual characteristics or behaviors are associated with youth gang membership?
What individual characteristics or behaviors are associated with youth gang membership?
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What are some consequences of youth gang involvement on individuals and communities?
What are some consequences of youth gang involvement on individuals and communities?
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What are some prevention strategies to address youth gang membership?
What are some prevention strategies to address youth gang membership?
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What is one potential risk factor for more serious crime, violence, and gang involvement later in life?
What is one potential risk factor for more serious crime, violence, and gang involvement later in life?
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How can mental health professionals contribute to preventing youth gang membership?
How can mental health professionals contribute to preventing youth gang membership?
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What are some protective factors against antisocial and problem behaviors in children?
What are some protective factors against antisocial and problem behaviors in children?
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How can family-focused strategies help prevent gang involvement?
How can family-focused strategies help prevent gang involvement?
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In what way can programs in high-risk neighborhoods help prevent youth involvement in gang activities?
In what way can programs in high-risk neighborhoods help prevent youth involvement in gang activities?
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What type of prevention programs are currently among the most promising evidence-based approaches?
What type of prevention programs are currently among the most promising evidence-based approaches?
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How does the age of onset of antisocial behavior relate to the severity of involvement in later life?
How does the age of onset of antisocial behavior relate to the severity of involvement in later life?
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What is a key role of mental health professionals in schools regarding youth gang prevention?
What is a key role of mental health professionals in schools regarding youth gang prevention?
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How do warm affective bonds in families contribute to preventing involvement in gang activities?
How do warm affective bonds in families contribute to preventing involvement in gang activities?
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What is a significant benefit of programs that help build social support networks in high-risk neighborhoods?
What is a significant benefit of programs that help build social support networks in high-risk neighborhoods?
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What are some key recruitment tactics used by gangs to attract youths to join?
What are some key recruitment tactics used by gangs to attract youths to join?
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How can family-focused strategies help prevent youth involvement in gangs?
How can family-focused strategies help prevent youth involvement in gangs?
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What are some risk factors that contribute to youth gang membership?
What are some risk factors that contribute to youth gang membership?
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Discuss the importance of early-childhood prevention programs in preventing youth gang involvement.
Discuss the importance of early-childhood prevention programs in preventing youth gang involvement.
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How do community programs in high-risk neighborhoods help prevent youth involvement in gang activities?
How do community programs in high-risk neighborhoods help prevent youth involvement in gang activities?
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What are some key strategies communities can employ to prevent youth from joining gangs?
What are some key strategies communities can employ to prevent youth from joining gangs?
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How can evidence-based intervention programs impact the lives of children, families, and communities?
How can evidence-based intervention programs impact the lives of children, families, and communities?
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What role do prevention programs play in targeting youth at risk of gang involvement?
What role do prevention programs play in targeting youth at risk of gang involvement?
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How can a balance of prevention, intervention, and suppression strategies contribute to success in a community?
How can a balance of prevention, intervention, and suppression strategies contribute to success in a community?
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Why is it important to focus on both prevention and suppression strategies when addressing youth gang involvement?
Why is it important to focus on both prevention and suppression strategies when addressing youth gang involvement?
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What are some common risk factors that make youths susceptible to gang recruitment?
What are some common risk factors that make youths susceptible to gang recruitment?
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How do gangs typically recruit new members?
How do gangs typically recruit new members?
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What are some of the negative effects gangs have on society?
What are some of the negative effects gangs have on society?
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What are some key features of effective intervention programs for youth involved in gangs?
What are some key features of effective intervention programs for youth involved in gangs?
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Discuss one successful strategy for preventing gang development.
Discuss one successful strategy for preventing gang development.
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What are some risk factors for youth gang membership related to the community domain?
What are some risk factors for youth gang membership related to the community domain?
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How can cultural norms supporting gang behavior impact youth involvement in gangs?
How can cultural norms supporting gang behavior impact youth involvement in gangs?
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What are some potential long-term health and social consequences of gang involvement for youths?
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What are some key recruitment tactics used by gangs to attract youths to join?
What are some key recruitment tactics used by gangs to attract youths to join?
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Discuss the importance of early-childhood prevention programs in preventing youth gang involvement.
Discuss the importance of early-childhood prevention programs in preventing youth gang involvement.
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What is the second leading cause of death among adolescents and young adults in the U.S.?
What is the second leading cause of death among adolescents and young adults in the U.S.?
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What are the consequences of gangs on society in terms of violence-related injuries?
What are the consequences of gangs on society in terms of violence-related injuries?
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What age range are youths more likely to join gangs, according to the text?
What age range are youths more likely to join gangs, according to the text?
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According to James C. 'Buddy' Howell, what does each community need to be aware of regarding gangs?
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How do youth involved in gangs contribute to violence in communities?
How do youth involved in gangs contribute to violence in communities?
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What are some potential long-term health and social consequences of gang involvement for youths?
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How can cultural norms supporting gang behavior impact youth involvement in gangs?
How can cultural norms supporting gang behavior impact youth involvement in gangs?
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What are some risk factors within the family that can lead to youth gang membership?
What are some risk factors within the family that can lead to youth gang membership?
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Discuss strategies that can help prevent gang development.
Discuss strategies that can help prevent gang development.
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What is the typical structure of gangs?
What is the typical structure of gangs?
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What are some common recruitment tactics used by gangs to attract youths to join?
What are some common recruitment tactics used by gangs to attract youths to join?
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How do risk factors within the family contribute to youth gang membership?
How do risk factors within the family contribute to youth gang membership?
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What are some potential long-term health and social consequences of gang involvement for youths?
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What are some effects of youth gang involvement on society?
What are some effects of youth gang involvement on society?
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How can intervention programs help prevent youth from joining gangs?
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What are some key components of effective prevention strategies to address youth gang membership?
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How can peer group influence play a role in youth gang involvement?
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What are some community factors that can increase the likelihood of youth gang membership?
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Why is it important to have a balance of prevention, intervention, and suppression strategies for success in any community?
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What are some factors contributing to youth gang membership according to the text?
What are some factors contributing to youth gang membership according to the text?
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What are some risk factors within the family that can lead to youth gang membership?
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How do gangs typically recruit new members?
How do gangs typically recruit new members?
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Discuss one successful prevention strategy for youth gang involvement.
Discuss one successful prevention strategy for youth gang involvement.
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What are some potential long-term health and social consequences of gang involvement for youths?
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How can evidence-based intervention programs impact the lives of children, families, and communities?
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What are some common recruitment tactics used by gangs to attract youths to join?
What are some common recruitment tactics used by gangs to attract youths to join?
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What are some risk factors that contribute to youth gang membership?
What are some risk factors that contribute to youth gang membership?
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What are some prevention strategies communities can employ to prevent youth from joining gangs?
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What are some effects of youth gang involvement on society?
What are some effects of youth gang involvement on society?
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How can evidence-based intervention programs impact the lives of children, families, and communities?
How can evidence-based intervention programs impact the lives of children, families, and communities?
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What are some common recruitment tactics used by gangs to attract youths to join?
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What are some key risk factors that contribute to youth gang membership?
What are some key risk factors that contribute to youth gang membership?
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Discuss a key prevention strategy to address youth gang membership.
Discuss a key prevention strategy to address youth gang membership.
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What are some of the consequences of gangs on society in terms of effects on communities?
What are some of the consequences of gangs on society in terms of effects on communities?
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What are some key features of effective intervention programs for youths involved in gangs?
What are some key features of effective intervention programs for youths involved in gangs?
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Explain the push and pull factors that Decker and Van Winkle (1996) view as contributing to youth gang membership.
Explain the push and pull factors that Decker and Van Winkle (1996) view as contributing to youth gang membership.
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What are some potential long-term health and social consequences for youths involved in gangs?
What are some potential long-term health and social consequences for youths involved in gangs?
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Discuss the impact of gang involvement on communities in terms of violent crimes.
Discuss the impact of gang involvement on communities in terms of violent crimes.
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How can evidence-based intervention programs help address youth gang involvement?
How can evidence-based intervention programs help address youth gang involvement?
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What are some common recruitment tactics used by gangs to attract youths to join?
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What are the peak ages for gang-joining according to the text?
What are the peak ages for gang-joining according to the text?
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How many deaths on average occur every day among adolescents and young adults due to homicide in the U.S.?
How many deaths on average occur every day among adolescents and young adults due to homicide in the U.S.?
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What is the impact of violence on communities in terms of emergency department treatments for assault-related injuries each year?
What is the impact of violence on communities in terms of emergency department treatments for assault-related injuries each year?
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What is the consequence of youth involvement in gangs in terms of being victims and perpetrators of violence?
What is the consequence of youth involvement in gangs in terms of being victims and perpetrators of violence?
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According to James C. 'Buddy' Howell, what is a key aspect that each community needs to be aware of?
According to James C. 'Buddy' Howell, what is a key aspect that each community needs to be aware of?
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What are some risk factors within the family that can lead to youth gang membership?
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How do gangs typically recruit new members and what are some common recruitment tactics used?
How do gangs typically recruit new members and what are some common recruitment tactics used?
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What are the potential long-term health and social consequences of gang involvement for youths?
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Discuss the importance of evidence-based intervention programs in preventing youth gang involvement.
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What are some community factors that can increase the likelihood of youth gang membership?
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What are some individual characteristics or behaviors associated with youth gang membership?
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How can peer group influence play a role in youth gang involvement?
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What are some common recruitment tactics used by gangs to attract youths to join?
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Discuss the importance of early-childhood prevention programs in preventing youth gang involvement.
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What are some risk factors for youth gang membership related to the community domain?
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How do warm affective bonds in families contribute to preventing involvement in gang activities?
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What is one successful prevention strategy for youth gang involvement?
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How can evidence-based intervention programs impact the lives of children, families, and communities?
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What are some key components of effective prevention strategies to address youth gang membership?
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What are some effects of youth gang involvement on society?
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