The Role of Violence in a Child’s Life
By Jo-El Wadsworth
Violence plays a significant role in the lives of the children who come to TerraShare. Research shows that 83% of children who have experienced homelessness have been exposed to at least one serious violent event by age twelve and almost 25% have witnessed acts of violence within their families. Children who witness violence are more likely to exhibit aggressive and antisocial behavior, experience an increase in fear, depression and anxiety in their daily lives, and have a greater acceptance of violence as a means of resolving conflict. Read more