Experts urge earlier action as teen violence rises in the Northern Territory
Specialists in family and sexual violence say assaults among people under 18 are growing in the Northern Territory, highlighted by a recent supermarket attack involving two teenagers.
Violence involving minors is reportedly on the increase in the Northern Territory, according to professionals who work with family, domestic and sexual abuse cases in Alice Springs. The concern follows an incident where a 16-year-old boy assaulted his 17-year-old girlfriend in a local supermarket. Advocates argue that prevention strategies must be updated to address emerging patterns of youthful aggression. A leader in men's behaviour programs stresses the need for adaptable interventions.
Why it matters
Rising teen violence signals a public-health and safety challenge that requires early prevention and policy response.
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