Violence is a grave concern in many countries across the globe. Children, teens, and the elderly are all subject to an episode of experienced violence in their lives. Each year, the crime rates on violence-related cases are escalating. This rate, however, counts only those that are reported to the authorities. Frequency of violence that are not reported, or those that are non-physical in nature, are not yet factored in.

Teens are prone not only as victims of violence, but also as perpetrators of violence. In an effort to veer away from being violent, teens should keep an open and honest attitude so as to keep a positive sene of well being. They should also stay away from alcohol, drugs, and other illicit substances which may influence them to engage in certain violent acts.

In my opinion, turning away from violence is a decision that teens can easily make and assert on their own because there are so many ways by which they can pout their energies on. Sports is one way of releasing energy without resorting to violence. Art is another facet that can be considered, especially since being exposed to aesthetics can help relieve stress, thus, less chances of exuding the negative energies that oftentimes lead to committing acts of violence. Aside from the two that I have just mentioned, getting hooked on social activities that are “clean fun” can also be very helpful. Fitting in with the right crowd, meaning, those people who will not pose a bad or negative influence, is also a good idea.

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