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Gavin de Becker Answers Your Questions about School Violence

by Gavin de Becker, Family Safety Expert

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National safety expert Gavin de Becker, author of Protecting the Gift, hears from parents, teachers, principals, and kids who are worried about violence in the classroom.

Q: Am I too paranoid about violence in my classroom?

A: You're not paranoid. You're probably just having a natural reaction to your past experience. But I don't think you're reacting to an actual risk.
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Q: What indications of violence should I be looking for in my teenage sons?

A: To give you an alternative to the nonsense warning signs offered on the local news, here are some REAL pre-incident indicators associated with boys who act out violently.
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Q: I don't feel that the police in my school keep us safe.

A: Littleton had cameras, and armed police -- neither detected the upcoming violence or prevented the tragedy.
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Q: As a teacher, I'm wondering what is a good policy that ensures everyone's safety?

A: The school clearly needs your help, and you are to be commended for persisting on this important area.
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Q: What's the best way to evaluate bomb threats at school?

A: It isn't the threat that's evaluated at all: It's the situation.
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