Source: (2008) Family and Community Health. 31(1S): S32-41.
Although school violence directly affects the overall health and well-being of children and adolescents,
clear priorities have not been identified for dealing with the problem. Horrific events such
as the 1999 Columbine High School shooting in Littleton, Colo, and recent shootings at Virginia
Tech have focused the nation on high-profile, media-worthy school violence to the detriment of addressing
everyday forms of violence in schools. Policies that have been developed to reduce school
violence have mixed reviews. To raise the consciousness of healthcare professionals, educators,
legislators, and the general public, the most salient issues are discussed.(author’s)
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