Community facilities differ in the resources they provide to residents. Which of the following can reduce the potential for crime and violence and should be encouraged by the nurse? Se-lect all that apply
1. Recreational facilities such as playgrounds, parks, and swimming pools.
2. Spectator sports such as football or hockey
3. Gangs, because they allow for a sense of belonging for youth.
4. Watching violent television programs, because doing so allows youth to have experience with violence that curtails its likelihood
1, 2
Recreational facilities and spectator sports allow socially acceptable outlets for a variety of feel-ings, including aggression. Joining gangs and watching violent TV programs are known to in-crease violence.
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