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¹Section of Adolescent Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY, USA. haomar2@uky.edu

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Adolescent violence is rising, with a focus on school violence. This case study details the investigation and prevention strategies for a 14-year-old male experiencing behavioral changes, highlighting early intervention

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Adolescent Psychology
Criminology
Public Health

Background:

Rising rates of adolescent violence since the 1990s.
Significant media attention on school violence incidents.
Need for effective investigation and prevention strategies.

Observation:

A case of a 14-year-old white male presenting with altered school behavior.
Focus on systematic case investigation and analysis.
Exploration of contributing factors to behavioral changes.

Findings:

Detailed results from the case investigation.
Identification of specific risk factors and triggers.
Evaluation of implemented intervention strategies.

Implications:

Long-term prevention strategies for adolescent delinquency.
Importance of early intervention during pregnancy, infancy, and childhood.
Potential for reducing violent behavior and improving school safety.