"In recent years, there has been a noticeable increase in disruptive and even violent behaviors among young people, including incidents such as shootings, stabbings, robberies, and property damage committed by teenagers and preteens. According to The New York Post, youth crime in New York City hit historic highs in 2025, when 14 percent of shooting victims and 18 percent of shooters were youths."
"The New York Post underscores that gangs have been specifically recruiting young members to carry guns for robberies, assaults, and shootings, thus shielding older gang members from serious consequences. In the same vein, last year, Oakland police announced the arrests of seven people, including three juveniles, in multi-agency raids across the Bay Area for violent crimes, including murder, shootings, and armed robberies."
Youth violent and disruptive behaviors have increased, with incidents including shootings, stabbings, robberies, and property damage by teenagers and preteens. In New York City in 2025, 14 percent of shooting victims and 18 percent of shooters were youths. Gangs have recruited young members to carry guns for robberies, assaults, and shootings, shielding older members from consequences. Multi-agency raids in the Bay Area led to arrests of adults and juveniles for murder, shootings, and armed robberies. Contributing factors include shifting psychological norms, educational emphases on self-esteem and unrestricted emotional expression that can blur boundaries, and broader societal and cultural influences. Encouraging critical thinking and respectful dialogue helps children address challenges without violence.
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