Citation

Small M, Tetrick KD. Juv. Justice 2001; VIII(1): 3-12.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2001, U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention)

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Abstract

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 the reality, as schools have been largely successful in keeping students and staff safe from harm. However, many schools face serious problems, and it is important to develop an understanding of these problems so that effective strategies can be devised to prevent school violence and increase school safety.