The Ronnie Brown Project is an intiative started by NFL running back Ronnie Brown to help prevent violence among teenagers. He emphasizes "practical solutions" or nonviolent ways to resolve conflicts.
Preventing Youth Violence
Community Outreach An example of community violence prevention is taking place in Newport News through their Building Better Futures Program. This program directly addresses gang violence by creating opportunities for gang-affiliated and at-risk youth as well as involving former gang members and adults mentors to keep them on the path of nonviolence. |
How healthcare can help
If you are being hurt by someone close to you WE CAN HELP
Physician or Nurse Practitioner can care for your physical injuries but also help you deal with more lasting injuries like emotional trauma. They can also direct you to a team of people that can provide support.
A counselor or therapist can help you deal with the emotional issues brought on by traumatic experiences.
Many victims of violence have injuries in various stages of healing. Physical therapists and occupational therapists can help the body return to its best level of function. In addition exercise has been shown to improve mental health (Weir, 2011).
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners help victims of sexual assault by collecting evidence as well as providing emotional support. They are registered nurses who are specially trained to deal with the physical and emotional trauma of sexual assault.
If you are being hurt by someone close to you WE CAN HELP
Physician or Nurse Practitioner can care for your physical injuries but also help you deal with more lasting injuries like emotional trauma. They can also direct you to a team of people that can provide support.
A counselor or therapist can help you deal with the emotional issues brought on by traumatic experiences.
Many victims of violence have injuries in various stages of healing. Physical therapists and occupational therapists can help the body return to its best level of function. In addition exercise has been shown to improve mental health (Weir, 2011).
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners help victims of sexual assault by collecting evidence as well as providing emotional support. They are registered nurses who are specially trained to deal with the physical and emotional trauma of sexual assault.