A SURVEY OF THE LITERATURE ON THEORIES AND PREVENTION OF BLACK-MALE YOUTH INVOLVEMENT IN VIOLENCE

This article provides a review of research and thinking on the causes of the disproportionate involvement of Black male youths in interperso nal violence and violent activities such as crime, as either victims o r perpetrators. It also examines societal and community responses to t his involvement. After identifying and exploring the parameters of the problem, it explores relevant theories and critiques existing program matic initiatives aimed at preventing or reducing Black male youth vio lence. Lastly, the author offers recommendations for future interventi on thrusts based on the literature and progress in the field.