Violence
Violent behavior is a product of the interaction between biological, psychological and social forces and processes. Hear from experts on violence as they explore the early-life influences that can contribute to violent behavior as well as the social and societal factors that contribute to violence. There are many developmental factors and triggers that are linked to violence. Learning the warning signs and preventative measures we can take is essential to living in a more peaceful and compassionate society.
A Gender Sensitive Approach to Violence
Dr. Don Meichenbaum, PTSD expert, discusses an individuals journey from birth, to engaging in violence in... >>
The Link Between LGBT Youth, Bullying, and Suicide
In 1989, when the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released a public report... >>
Preventing Gang Violence: Why Kids Become Violent
Read an exclusive interview with Father Greg Boyle, founder of Homeboy Industries, the largest gang... >>
The Inner Voices Behind Violent Behavior
Too often, the subject of violence is addressed in our society from a platform of... >>
Bullying and Beyond: How to Stop Violent Behavior
Every day, an average of 160,000 children in the United States stay home from school... >>
Video: Interviews with Renowned Violence Expert Dr. James Gilligan
In this exclusive PsychAlive video series, Dr. James Gilligan talks about what triggers violent behavior... >>
Understanding Anger
For most of us, anger can be an intimidating subject. On one level or another,... >>