The assessments in this section measure behaviors related to youth violence: A. Aggressive and Violent Behavior B. Concentration C. Conflict Resolution Skills D. Dating Violence E. Disciplinary and Delinquent Behavior F. Drug and Alcohol Use G. Exposure to Gangs H. Handgun Access I. Impulsivity J. Leisure Activity K. Parental Control L. Safety and Threats M. Social Competence N. Social Problem Solving Skills O. Victimization P. Weapon Carrying...

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Foreword: In recent years hate crimes and related legal issues have received a significant amount of coverage and commentary in the news media. As a result of several dramatic incidents of hate crimes and domestic terrorism, public awareness and concern over bias-motivated crimes have heightened, and the topic has steadily moved up the political agendas of leaders at every level of government. These developments have led Attorney General Janet Reno to seek an assessment ...

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According to the American Psychiatric Association, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a disruptive behavior disorder characterized by on-going inattention and/or hyperactivity occurring in several settings and more frequently and severely than is typical for individuals in the same stage of development. Symptoms begin before 7 years of age and can cause serious difficulties in home, school and/or work life. ADHD can be managed through behavioral or medica...

Excerpt: About the Guide Series: The Problem-Oriented Guides for Police summarize knowledge about how police can reduce the harm caused by specific crime and disorder problems. They are guides to prevention and to improving the overall response to incidents, not to investigating offenses or handling specific incidents. The guides are written for police–of whatever rank or assignment–who must address the specific problem the guides cover. The guides will be most useful to...