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II.3 Evidence for Global Violence Prevention During Adolescence and Emerging Adulthood--Jennifer L. Matjasko and Sarah Bacon
Pages 67-75

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From page 67...
... As a result, this developmental phase represents a pivotal time in shaping behavioral trajectories by either supporting positive ones or redirecting negative ones. In our efforts to facilitate healthy development for adolescents, it is essential to meet the particular developmental needs of individuals at this stage of the life 1  The findings and conclusions in this report are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official position of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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From page 68...
... is critical in meeting the development needs of adolescence and setting individuals on positive behavioral trajectories during this stage of the life course. In this paper, we identify the universal developmental tasks and needs that characterize adaptive and prosocial adolescent development, and describe the evidence supporting youth violence primary prevention programs that address these needs and offer promising options for global youth violence prevention.
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From page 69...
... Evidence Base for Violence Prevention During Adolescence and Emerging Adulthood For the purposes of this paper, we will summarize the evidence base for youth violence prevention and identify the universal developmental needs that are met by various programs and strategies. We identify the various types and broad categories of prevention programs that have demonstrated evidence of effectiveness, and then provide one specific example of an effective program at each level of the social ecology.
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From page 70...
... It also includes programs implemented during other phases of the life course that have demonstrated impacts on youth violence-related outcomes. Youth violence includes acts of violence perpetrated by youth between the ages of 10 and 24 and excludes sexual violence, teen dating violence, intimate partner violence, and suicide.
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From page 71...
... . These include conduct problem prevention programs implemented in elementary schools, drug use prevention programs, conflict resolution programs, social and emotional learning programs, achievement mentoring, early childhood education, and multitiered school climate improvement programs.
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From page 72...
... They also include various forms of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and multilevel programs that include individual therapeutic approaches focused on changing adolescent maladaptive behavior.
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From page 73...
... encouraging positive interaction with adults and peers by reducing maladaptive behaviors, (2) promoting healthy physical activity and creative expression (particularly with CBT)
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From page 74...
... the provision of more space for physical activity through the built environment approaches, which often involve the development of parks and green space with the aim of bringing community members outside, increasing physical activity, and possibly even encouraging positive social interaction with adults and peers in the community; and (2) increased chances to find opportunities for self-definition within communities because of improved community conditions.
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From page 75...
... How do we effectively bring these programs to scale, and how do we sustain these efforts within communities? Summary and Conclusions In conclusion, youth violence prevention programs should meet the universal developmental needs that are unique to adolescents and emerging adults.
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