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Furlong, M., & Morrison, G. (2000). The school in school violence: Definitions and facts. Journal of Emotional and Behavioral Disorders, 8(2), 71-82.

Abstract: The purpose of this article is to clarify the historical and definitional roots of school violence. Knowledge about this issue has matured to the point where there is a need to refine the definition of school violence, thereby positioning educators to take the next step in providing effective, broad-based solutions to this problem. The first section provides an overview of the definitional and boundary issues of the term “school violence” as used in research and applied prevention programs.

Questions to Consider:

1. Discuss the history of school violence concept.

2. Why have schools not been at the forefront of raising public concern about violence and safety issues in schools?

Pandiani, J. A., Schacht, M., & Banks, S. M. (2001). After children's services: A longitudinal study of significant life events. Journal of Emotional and Behavioral Disorders, 9(2), 131-138.

Abstract: In this article the researcher examined the long-term (3 year) treatment outcomes of all adolescents who received services in a statewide system of care. The outcomes included rates of hospitalization, incarceration, and maternity. Because the outcome measures were derived from existing administrative and public health data, outcome data were available for all participants.

Questions to Consider:

1. Discuss special education programs in local schools and the providing of skills training, additional supports, and special accommodations for children and adolescents.

2. How does the incarceration rate of young men influence success of treatment programs?