Neighborhood violence has profound effects on issues associated with social work practice, such as health, safety, and the positive development of children, youth, and families. This article brings together the literatures in criminology and public health that examine violence and social work's ...
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Everyone deserves a healthy, mutually rewarding, and loving relationship. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, recognition can be a key to prevention. Consider the above warning signs, look out for your loved ones, and act proactively and safely. For support and guidance...
“Effective public safety depends on strong partnerships between law enforcement and the communities they serve,” said Governor Maura Healey.“Our Administration’s investment in the Safer Communities Initiative builds on the innovative collaborations proven successful in preventing violence, protecting commun...
Preventing gender-based violence victimization in adolescent girls in lower-income countries: Systematic review of reviews. Social Science & Medicine. 2017;192:1–13. Article Google Scholar Mujal GN, et al. A systematic review of bystander interventions for the prevention of sexual violence. ...
THRIVES at a glance: • THRIVES is a group of strategies that are effective in preventing violence against children. • These multi-sector THRIVES strategies can help countries link national data from Violence Against Children Surveys to scalable and sustainable action. • CDC, PEPFAR, UNICEF,...
Describes a positive approach to preventing and reducing violence in Hawaiian schools that focuses on building a set of social and emotional strengths that serve to preclude or inhibit the occurrence of antisocial behavior. Components of this approach include connecting with family and peers, promoting...
HIV prevalence in Japan continues to increase among men who have sex with men (MSM). We built a mathematical model to describe the HIV epidemic, including acute infection and pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), and projected the model to 2050. We compared c
For detailed statistics and facts on domestic violence, visit theWorld Health Organization. Creating a Safety Plan Having a safety plan customized to your needs can assist in preventing risky scenarios and understanding the proper response when faced with danger. A well-thought-out safety strategy can...
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