Violence

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/violence

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the categorization framework?Interpersonal, community, and self-directed violence are key classifications
2. Why can violence hurt more than just the body?Violence can cause more than just injuries. It can also leave people feeling scared, upset, or make it hard for them to grow and learn.
3. How has violence changed over time?In the past, people fought over food or land. As societies grew, wars became bigger and more organized, and today violence can also happen in crime or online.

Psychological Harm: Adverse effects on mental and emotional well-being, including trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Maldevelopment: Impaired or abnormal growth and development, often resulting from adverse experiences or conditions.
Deprivation: The state of lacking essential resources or opportunities, leading to suffering and disadvantage.