Phenomenon of peer violence with insight into the situation in Serbia

Gasmi, Gordana and Grahovac, Momir (2023) Phenomenon of peer violence with insight into the situation in Serbia. In: Perspektive implementacije evropskih standarda u pravni sistem Srbije : zbornik radova. Pravni fakultet Univerziteta u Beogradu, Beograd, pp. 139-163. ISBN 978-86-6132-106-1

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Abstract

The phenomenon of peer violence has multiple dimensions and a global character. It can be identified risk factors and directly negative causes, as well as positive determinants for prevention of this socially dangerous phenomenon with devastating consequences for the victims. Peer violence is linked with younger and older minors, therefore it is primarily related to violence in schools, but it often takes on wider dimensions, because social models of behavior developed in the school are transmitted outside the walls of the school, as an integral part of the behavior of minors. Furthermore, the child’s family relationships and social relationships outside of school are transferred and continue to act in school. Consequently, the paper discusses the causes of violence and ways to prevent peer violence in schools, as well as the psychological profile of the minor assailant and a victim. Special attention is paid to the legal and strategic frameworks for preventing peer violence internationally and in Serbia, with contemporary insight into the situation in Serbia. Concluding considerations formulate constructive guidelines for the comprehensive prevention of peer violence.

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