WORLWIDE TENDENCES OF VIOLENCE AND AGRESSION
Abstract:
This article represents a summary bibliographic upon the theme of violence and aggression.
Data regading the global magnitude and complexity of the phenomenon reveals that violence is a social
problem whose ways of expression and resolution factors are beyond the objective of social control
institutions (police, justice, administration) and involves a multi-sectoral intervention, including public
health sector. Studies conducted in 52 countries surveyed by WHO led to the conclusion that all forms of
violence can be studied, predicted and prevented. The consequences of preventive actions would lead to
the elimination of suffering and allow all social sectors, including health sector, to refocus its resources
to other priorities.
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