Hispanic Drug Gangs Research Paper by hicaliber

Hispanic Drug Gangs
An examination of the population and issues associated with Hispanic drug gangs.
# 95868 | 1,695 words | 14 sources | APA | 2007 | US
Published on Jun 04, 2007 in Psychology (Alcohol and Drugs) , Criminology (Drugs Enforcement) , Criminology (Organized Crime Studies) , Latin-American Studies (Race, Class, Gender Issues) , Child, Youth Issues (General)


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Description:

This paper describes the ethnic composition of street gangs, with an emphasis on those that attract Hispanic youth. Also discussed are the activities of drug gangs and their association with organized crime. Several theories describing the Hispanic gang phenomenon are presented, although the author believes they do not account for all the factors affecting Hispanic street gangs. Other theories also have to be considered in the understanding of this phenomenon.

Outline:
Introduction and Overview
Theoretical Perspectives
Conclusion

Sample of Sources Used:

  • Arfaniarromo, A. (2001). Toward a Psychosocial and Sociocultural Understanding of Achievement Motivation among Latino Gang Members in U. S. Schools. Journal of Instructional Psychology, 28(3), 123. Retrieved November 11, 2006, from Questia database: http://www.questia.com/PM.qst?a=o&d=5000891430
  • Boose, D. W. (2003). Rethinking the Korean War. Parameters, 33(4), 175+. Retrieved November 10, 2006, from Questia database: http://www.questia.com/PM.qst?a=o&d=5002573236
  • Coughlin, B. C., & Venkatesh, S. A. (2003). The Urban Street Gang after 1970. 41+.
  • Duffy, M. P. & Gillig, S. E. (Eds.). (2004). Teen Gangs: A Global View. Westport, CT: Greenwood Press. Retrieved November 10, 2006, from Questia database: http://www.questia.com/PM.qst?a=o&d=107029652
  • Hechter, M., & Kanazawa, S. (1997). Sociological Rational Choice Theory. 191+. Retrieved November 10, 2006, from Questia database: http://www.questia.com/PM.qst?a=o&d=5000502751

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