Early Intervention is Key in Fight Against Youth Violence . The Million Mom March calls attention to the epidemic of youth violence and juvenile justice. While all statistics illustrate the problem of violence in America, it is also important to discuss and create measures that prevent violent actions involving children and adolescents. The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry cannot express enough the importance of parental action.
Parents are the front lines of defense against violence.
The ability to talk openly about problems is one of the most important aspects of the parent and child relationship. Developing this relationship and open communication takes time, persistence, and understanding. The relationship develops gradually by spending time with the child. This relationship creates the foundation for talking with the child when struggles and conflicts emerge during adolescence. Children as young as preschoolers can show violent behavior.