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The Effects of Community Violence on Child Development

This short entry in the Encyclopedia on Early Childhood Development presents literature and survey results of the effects of community violence on child development. Surveys estimate that more than 50% of children and youth have experienced some level of community violence exposure. This experience has been shown to impact development negatively, leading to increased emotional, social, and behavioral problems. The authors conclude that “the effects of violence exposure are particularly problematic for young children and have been shown to adversely impact brain development.” There are many prevention and intervention strategies that communities and parents can use to reduce violence, including limiting children’s exposure to violent video games, movies, and television.
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Partner Resources
Topics/Subtopics
Family Strengthening
Supportive Services
Health/Behavioral Health Referrals and Supports
Special Populations
Child Only Cases
Domestic Violence Survivors
Publication Date
2011-11-01
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