Co-occurrence of Violence-Related Risk and Protective Behaviors and Adult Support Among Male Youth in Urban Neighborhoods

Key Points Question How is adult support associated with detailed patterns of violence and risk or protective behavior co-occurrence among male youth in urban neighborhoods? Findings In this cross-sectional study of data from a recently completed randomized clinical trial that included 866 male youths, detailed co-occurrence patterns demonstrated association clusters of sexual violence, youth violence, and bullying perpetration. Participants with social support reported significantly fewer risk behaviors. Meaning This study suggests that violence prevention interventions designed to leverage adult support should address broader co-occurrence patterns.