1. Explain the tie between neurological problems and violence, and why Garbarino blames, again, medical technologies for the rise in neurological issues in children.

2. What does Garbarino say about society's desire to punish violent youth?

3. Explain the experience of depression, as felt by boys and men, and why it contributes to youth violence.

4. Explain what the Chicago Tribune did in 1993 - 1994, and what Garbarino's son's reaction was to his father's concerns.

5. Explain why Garbarino calls these violent youth 'lost boys'.

6. Explain the accumulation approach to risk factors for youth violence, and how it helps lend hope for helping these young men.

7. Explain the four factors that help keep a young soul from dying?

8. Describe the concept of the tipping point.

9. In addition to negative social maps, what are two other links between abuse and child develop issues?

10. Explain why some abused children avoid these negative social maps?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There are ten facts of life that Garbarino believes are vital to understanding the problem of violent youths (pg 217 - 232). Each of these, he believes, implies concepts that can be used for rehabilitation programs. Choose three of these, and discuss what they are, how the affect youths and youth violence, and what implications it has for treatment and rehabilitation.

Essay Topic 2

In addition to the psychological anchors mentioned in the book, there are also social anchors that are vital to keeping youth away from violence. Choose three of the following, and discuss them, making sure to discuss not only how they help keep kids from violence, but how they compliment psychological anchors.

1. Stability

2. Affirmation

3. Security

4. Time

5. Economic Equality

6. Institutions That Foster Human Rights

Essay Topic 3

There are six characteristics and conditions that are relevant to saving young men from violence, according to Garbarino. Choose three of these, and discuss them in depth, including how they help anchor a child, and how they can help avoid violent behavior.

1. Stable positive emotional relationships.

2. An ability to cope with stress

3. Intelligence

4. Authentic Self Esteem

5. Positive Social Support Outside the Family

6. Androgyny

(see the answer keys)

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