Research shows an anti-violence curriculum created by the Court TV television network helps teens to think about the choices they make and the consequences of their actions.

When young people talk about feelings of isolation, frustration, and anger, they may be crying out for help that adults can provide—before it's too late. Find out how to recognize signs of potential violence in young people so that schools remain safe havens for learning.

Are our boys crying out for help through destructive acts? Author and family therapist Michael Gurian, Ph.D., describes how adults can build a culture to better raise, support and care for our boys.

Understanding the thinking of teens who kill. An interview with clinical psychiatrist Barry L. Siegel.

What kind of mental and emotional health services are available for kids in schools today? In light of violent incidents involving youth across the country, Senior Editor Richard Louv explores how every institution and individual that comes in contact with children can help to support their mental and emotional well-being.

Michael Gurian, family therapist and author of The Wonder of Boys, argues that a lack of understanding about the relationship between male biology and male behavior makes our boys vulnerable in today's society.

Patience and time are often what it takes to grow an insecure youth with an abused and neglected past into a mature young adult who can get a job—and keep it. Learn about programs and initiatives that help kids move from foster care into the workforce.

Suicide, a leading cause of death for 15- to 24-year-olds, has increased dramatically in recent years. Learn the warning signs of teen suicide and how to help in these resources from the National Mental Health Association or from this fact sheet by the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.

Domestic violence has a devastating effect on all members of a family—including children. Unfortunately, many children witness and sometimes
experience abuse and violence in their own home. This site offers
resources, educational materials and guidelines for individuals,
communities and professionals interested in helping prevent family violence.

"In order to understand the tide of violent behavior in which America is now submerged, we must look earlier, before adolescence, before grade school, before preschool-to the cradle" argue the authors of Ghosts from the Nursery. Drawing from research on infant brain development, authors Robin Karr-Morse and Meredith S. Wiley compel readers to rethink our current approaches to violence.