“…Violence involving youths (aged 10–29 years) is one of the most visible forms of violence in society (Mercy, Butchart, Farrington, & Cerdá, 2002). Youth violence is defined as “acts of interpersonal aggression, ranging in seriousness from crimes against individuals (e.g., robbery, assault) to aggressive behaviors, such as hitting, bullying, and, for younger students, biting and hurling objects at others” (Gottfredson & Bauer, 2007, p. 157). Youth violence is comparatively more likely to be classed as nondomestic, and take place in public places (e.g., streets, schools), compared with adult interpersonal violence (Mercy et al, 2002).…”