In this series, the Union-Tribune explores some of the concerns and pressures facing young people and searches for an answer to the question that haunts a community after every school shooting: How do we break the chain of violence?

No way out
May 14, 2001
Consumed by hate, teen killed; now he says living in prison is worse than living with his rage

The Call of Arms
April 8, 2001
Guns seductively hit the bull's-eye of the male psyche, leaving in their wake both traditions and tragedies

Toughing it out
April 9, 2001
Today's definitions of manhood leave many boys to fend for their emotional selves

Bad Rap?
April 10, 2001
With an accusing finger being pointed at their music, some students examine what songs are saying to them

Without Reason
April 11, 2001
Science hunts for biological clues to youth violence

Out of Place
April 12, 2001
Moving leaves many teens feeling rootless and alienated

It starts with you
April 13, 2001
When you find the love for yourself, you can begin to find it for others
The morals of their stories

Facing down the enemy
April 14, 2001
By bringing kids to a place of mutual respect, the cruel and unusual punishment of bullying can be stopped
Where children can turn if they're not feeling safe
What to do if it's your child playing the role of bully
Talking over problems helps empower children
Victims can be victorious when prepared

Peace proposal
April 15, 2001
Forgiveness may be the path to healing
Grace under fire

Revenge is a dish best not served

Is it time to make the typical kids big news?

A brief history of music's role in corrupting youth

A look at how youth became risky business

Related links

The Union-Tribune's continuing coverage of the Santana High School shooting

The Union-Tribune's continuing coverage of the Granite Hills High School shooting