Beyond Bullying: Consideration of Additional Research for the Assessment and Prevention of Potential Rampage School Violence in the United States

For approximately 15 years there have been a number of episodes of rampage school violence in elementary/high school and higher education in the United States. Initial responses included implementation of antibullying programs, disciplinary measures, and increased law security measures. As the incid...

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Main Authors: Evonn Welton, Shernavaz Vakil, Bridgie Ford
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2014-01-01
Series:Education Research International
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2014/109297
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Summary:For approximately 15 years there have been a number of episodes of rampage school violence in elementary/high school and higher education in the United States. Initial responses included implementation of antibullying programs, disciplinary measures, and increased law security measures. As the incidences have continued, it has become apparent that a more collaborative and interdisciplinary approach is needed for prevention. This paper offers a review of research literature as it applies to proposed innovative strategies for collaborative research, prevention, and intervention in the school setting.
ISSN:2090-4002
2090-4010