What are the causes of increased violence among young adults?

First Citation : https://www.verywellfamily.com/causes-of-youth-violence-2611437

By Denise Witmer Updated on June 09, 2020

Summary: 

There was a lot to sum up in this article, but as I read the article young adults are Being exposed to violence at home or in the community is one of the main causes of teenage violence. Youngsters who observe domestic violence or grow up in high-crime areas are more vulnerable to act violently themselves. A lack of parental supervision and engagement might also be a factor in this issue.Technology and media influence are important additional factors. Violent films, TV series, and video games have the power to desensitize children and normalize aggressive behavior. Furthermore, as social media platforms offer a forum for harassment and intimidation, cyberbullying has grown in importance.Denise suggests the start of comprehensive preventative programs that target these underlying issues in order to successfully combat youth violence. This includes advocating good parenting practices, offering at-risk individuals mental health support services, and controlling media content aimed at kids. 

Reflection: 

I agree with this reading because it gives me enough information to understand why young adults tend to have increased violence. The article identifies a number of important variables, including exposure to violence, family dynamics, socioeconomic level, and mental health conditions, that may be involved in juvenile violence. These are essential contributing elements to youth violence, but it’s crucial to recognize that there isn’t a single explanation that can adequately explain this complicated problem. Other important topics like peer pressure, media influence, and educational inequalities are not included in the reading. 

Quotation: “For this reason, it is important that teens engaging in violent behaviors are evaluated for a mental illness. By treating the entire person rather than just the symptoms, you are more likely to reduce the risk of additional violent outbursts.”