Is ethnic and racial identity a potentiating or protective factor in the association between youth victimization and gang-joining? Distinguishing between exploration and affirmation

Youth gang membership is a significant public health concern linked to violent victimization. However, not all victimized youth join gangs, highlighting the need to study mitigating factors. Ethnic and racial identity (ERI) is a potential factor, but research has shown mixed results. This study used...

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Authors: Mendez, Lucybel (Author) ; Alexander, Ava R. (Author) ; Kerig, Patricia (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
Published: 2024
In: Journal of ethnicity in criminal justice
Year: 2024, Volume: 22, Issue: 3, Pages: 266–287
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