Illustrated with numerous case studies–many drawn from the author's work as a forensic
psychologist–this book identifies 19 myths and misconceptions about youth violence, from …

During the past few years the specter of school violence has caused many parents,
teachers, and administrators to rethink their basic assumptions about the safety of schools …

The authors and guest editors of this miniseries must be commended for their foresight in
choosing to tackle one of the most controversial issues facing our nation today. The …

Violence in the United States has reached epidemic proportions, with a predictable spillover
into public schools. The national concern over the problem of school violence has led to …

This article reviews the history of violence in the schools, which is of significant concern,
particularly in urban areas. Types and frequencies of violence in schools are presented …

Although school violence is on the decline, it remains a significant concern for the general
public, policymakers, and researchers. This report commissioned by the National Institute of …

The purpose of this article is to clarify the historical and definitional roots of school violence.
Knowledge about this issue has matured to the point where there is a need to refine the …

Crime and violence in schools are matters of significant public concern, particularly after the
spate of tragic school shootings in recent years. The perception of risk is often greater than …

A review of the literature shows significant violence (both physical and verbal threats) in
schools in the United States (US). Almost all of the studies focus on violence by students and …

During the 1940s, teachers were certain they had some grievous complaints about students'
behavior in school. Among these were excessive noise, littering, and gum chewing. More …