Aggression and Violence in Adolescence

The book explores aggression and violence among U.S. adolescents through comprehensive data analysis, including cross-sectional surveys and crime statistics. It examines variations in self-reported and official data by year, gender, grade, and race, while discussing both distal and contemporary risk factors. Utilizing the General Aggression Model, it identifies personal and situational influences on aggression. Additionally, it contextualizes dating aggression within adolescent development and presents scientifically validated prevention programs aimed at reducing violent behaviors.