Conflict Resolution

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This research proposal evaluates adolescent participation in gang culture using principles of humanistic psychology. Specifically, the researcher explores whether humanistic psychology, with particular attention to the works of Carl Rogers and Virginia Satir, provides insight in dealing with adolescents participating in gangs. The paper examines whether adolescents can learn to give empathy using this theory and, if so, if this will help them embrace conflict-resolution techniques within their gang cultures.

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"The use of holistic health practices including humanistic psychology for issues related to violence and violence prevention in youths and adolescents is well documented (Makinson & Myers, 2003) Multiple agencies including the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Medical Association have emphasized the criticality of addressing adolescents who are consistently exposed to violence, including children who participate in gang related activities (Makinson & Myers, 2003)."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Ballou, M. Margolin, A. & Youga, J. (2002). "Voices of violence: A study of male adolescent aggression." Journal of Humanistic Counseling, Education and Development. 41(2): 215.
• Moss, D. (1999). Humanistic and transpersonal psychology: A historical and biographical sourcebook. Westport: Greenwood Press.
• Makinson, L.S. & Myers, J.S. (2003). "Wellness: An alternative paradigm for violence prevention." Journal of Humanistic Counseling, Education and Development, 42(2): 165.
• Patton, M.Q. (1980). "Qualitative evaluation methods." Beverly Hills: Sage Publications.
• Rogers, C.R. (1967). "The conditions of change from a client-centered viewpoint." In, B.Berenson & R. Carkhuff (Eds.), Sources of gain in counseling and psychotherapy. New York: Holt, Rinehart & Winston.

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