141k views
3 votes
Why do young people join gangs

User Varicus
by
7.0k points

2 Answers

5 votes
Unstable/broken home

Economic instability

Low education attainment and expectations

Family members in a gang

Neglect by one or both parents

Violence in the home or in the community, directed at the child

Alcoholism and or drug abuse by one or both of the parents
User Rexxars
by
6.9k points
2 votes

Step-by-step explanation:

due to fear or threats from others. due to peer pressure. due to a lack of family or emotional support.

User Cypher
by
7.3k points