Rough Justice: Street Youth and Violence

This article explores the conflict management styles of homeless male street youth & young males from the general population. Findings indicate that street youths are more likely to demand reparation from people they perceive have harmed them & are more willing to use aggression to settle disputes. They also hold subcultural values that leave them more likely to become upset & use aggression in disputes. These youth are less influenced by conflict intensity when compared to males from the general population & are more sensitive to attacks by equals.

Publication Date: 
2001
Pages: 
662-678
Volume: 
16
Issue: 
7
Journal Name: 
Journal of Interpersonal Violence