"Violence is preventable, though maybe not totally avoidable. As shown by a growing body of scientific research, interventions that address the underlying causes of violent behavior and victimization are effective in preventing new instances of violence.
"The CDC describes several evidence-based interventions in their community guide: Using Evidence for Public Health Decision Making: Violence Prevention Focused on Children and Youth. Research demonstrates the value of:
- Strengthening families by teaching effective parenting skills, improving communication, and helping families deal with disruptions (such as divorce) or adversities (such as parental mental illness or poverty) as well as targeting behaviors such as substance use or aggressive behavior.
- Strengthening individuals (throughout the lifespan) by building resilience and skills and improving cognitive processes and behaviors.
- Preventing specific disorders, such as anxiety or depression, by screening individuals at risk and offering preventive interventions.
- Promoting mental health in schools by offering support to children encountering serious stresses—such as exposure to violence and other traumatic events.
- Expanding evidence-based mental health programs that reduce symptoms and prevent further violence...."
http://www.reclaimingfutures.org/blog/violence-prevention
See also our page:
Evidence-based Programs/Measures/Data
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