The Psychology of Teen Violence and Victimization [2 Volumes]

by Michele A. Paludi

While it's widely known that hate crimes represent a serious issue among today's adolescent population, most parents--and perhaps even some educators--may be unaware that gender-based violence is the most prevalent type of hate crime committed by and experienced by teens, and that adolescent girls are exposed to more violence than boys. A complete understanding of the nature of the problem is fundamental to curtailing problems like cyberbullying...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0313393753
• ISBN13: 9780313393754
• Release Date: October 2011
• Publisher: Praeger
• Length: 624 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 2.1" x 6.4" x 9.5"