Borko Jovanovic, PhD at Northwestern University forward your article to me, after learning that I chose youth violence as a project for a Health Behavior Class. I read your article and I found it very interesting to learn that you faced obstacle too, working with behavior and language barrier. I have many questions starting with what determines exactly how to address violence and once you realize it does not work. Do you modify your program after so many attempts? Also, have you researched Chicago south side neighborhoods particularly Engelwood and Roseland communities? If it is not a bother, I just want to know exactly what direction of behavior model should I follow that will explain and demonstrate a change in behavior of violence among youth and quality of life?

Thank you.

Veronica Jackson
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