Violence is an outward display of pent-up anger, rage, and frustration...
And a lot of young persons are very angry these days; but so are many adults.
Teenagers, however, are often very impulsive, and they're capable of doing things without thinking of the consequences. They're also not always good at problem-solving and being able to successfully fix complex social situations. Thus, acting out physically seems much easier than trying to resolve their problems and settle them peaceably.
Unfortunately, the consequences for doing an act of violence and committing a crime against someone may haunt a young man for years to come. He hurts his victim as well as himself.
Nevertheless, teenagers need to be held responsible when they act out violently. A person who hurts or destroys another's life must be held accountable. Damaging the lives and property of others cannot be allowed in a civilized society. This needs to be emphasized.
Yet, adolescents also need to be taught to value life. Life is something to cherish and respect. I believe it is a gift from God, and it is sacred.
To unleash hurt upon another individual is terrible and abhorrent, and this applies even if the victim had done something to make the attacker angry.
There are no excuses for committing a crime against someone. Young persons need to learn how to solve their problems - and everyone has problems - without bloodshed.
D.B.
Teenagers, however, are often very impulsive, and they're capable of doing things without thinking of the consequences. They're also not always good at problem-solving and being able to successfully fix complex social situations. Thus, acting out physically seems much easier than trying to resolve their problems and settle them peaceably.
Unfortunately, the consequences for doing an act of violence and committing a crime against someone may haunt a young man for years to come. He hurts his victim as well as himself.
Nevertheless, teenagers need to be held responsible when they act out violently. A person who hurts or destroys another's life must be held accountable. Damaging the lives and property of others cannot be allowed in a civilized society. This needs to be emphasized.
Yet, adolescents also need to be taught to value life. Life is something to cherish and respect. I believe it is a gift from God, and it is sacred.
To unleash hurt upon another individual is terrible and abhorrent, and this applies even if the victim had done something to make the attacker angry.
There are no excuses for committing a crime against someone. Young persons need to learn how to solve their problems - and everyone has problems - without bloodshed.
D.B.
