Flashcards: Understanding Gang Violence and Social Conditions — 10 cards

Social conditions — what?

Environmental factors like discrimination and inequality fueling violence.

Cycle of violence — mechanism?

Repeated acts triggered by unresolved social issues.

Discrimination — effect?

Fosters frustration and resentment among marginalized groups.

Immigrant experiences — challenge?

Facing exclusion despite hopes for a better life.

Promise of America — meaning?

Belief in equal opportunity motivating immigrants.

Exclusion — impact?

Marginalizes immigrants, hindering full participation.

Gang hostility — cause?

Perceived threats to identity and territory.

Territory — role?

Physical and symbolic space gangs defend.

Institutional failure — result?

Ineffective support leads to increased youth violence.

Gang loyalty — effect?

Fosters confrontation and revenge cycles.