Youth Aggression and Violence

Thomas G. Moeller

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Youth Aggression and Violence

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Psychological Approach

by Thomas G. Moeller

Reading Level 8 12ME Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Did you know that understanding why some kids get really angry and act out can actually help stop violence? This book dives deep into the reasons behind youth aggression and shows how learning about feelings and choices can change everything. It’s not just about troublemakers — it’s about all kids and why they do what they do.

Themes

AdolescentsDevelopmental - ChildAdolescent PsychologyViolence in SocietySocial Justice

Quick Assessment

This book offers a detailed and research-based look at youth aggression and violence, covering developmental psychology, family and social influences, and biological factors. Suitable for middle-grade readers (ages 9-12), it presents complex topics in a clear way, discussing sensitive issues like school violence and juvenile delinquency. Parents should note the book addresses real-world concerns with an educational and preventive approach.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate ←
Physical
Light
Social
Moderate
Thematic
Moderate

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
7
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

424 pages
ISBN
9780805837131
Pages
424
Publisher
Psychology Press
Published
June 1, 2001
Type
Fiction

Genres

Psychology

Subjects

AdolescentsChildrenViolence in SocietyDevelopmentalChildAdolescent PsychologyAggressionPsychologyViolence in AdolescencePhysiological PsychologyChildren's StudiesPsychology & PsychiatryClinical PsychologyAggressiveness in AdolescenceAdolescentAggressiveness in YouthJongerenPsychologische AspectenSocial Behavior DisordersAttention Deficit and Disruptive Behavior DisordersViolenceChild Behavior DisordersGeweldAgressief GedragAggressivenessBehavior Disorders in ChildrenConduct Disorders in ChildrenAgressivité Chez Les JeunesAgressivité Chez L'adolescentViolence Chez L'adolescentTroubles Du Comportement Chez L'enfantEnfantsPsychotherapyChild & AdolescentFamily & RelationshipsChild Development