Citation

Wyrick PA, Howell JC. Juv. Justice 2004; 9.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2004, U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention)

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Abstract

Once a community pinpoints its most prevalent local problems and links them to specific risk factors, it is able to develop strategies that address the root causes of those problems. This article illustrates how local leaders can use risk factor research in their efforts to address one such problem that affects communities nationwide—gangs.