We discuss how the five core competencies for healthy adjustment in adolescence(a positive sense of self, self-control, decision-making skills, a moral system ofbelief, and prosocial connectedness) are represented in theories of aggression andyouth violence. We then discuss research supporting the relation between thesecore competencies and aggressive and violent behavior in childhood and adoles-cence. Finally, we address the degree to which these core competencies have beenincluded and systematically evaluated within school-based prevention programs,and we end with suggestions for future directions.
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