Sage Publications Sage Youth Relationships Manual - Adolescent Prevention Program

The Youth Relationships Manual provides a structured group approach to help adolescents build healthy, non-violent relationship patterns. This prevention program targets the critical period of adolescence when peer connections and interpersonal styles are established. By intervening early, this manual aims to prevent physical and sexual aggression against women and children. This proactive manual focuses on building strengths, resilience, and coping skills in young people. It is designed to enhance competencies through a series of group sessions that move from providing information to active skill-building. This approach helps young people develop the tools needed to navigate social dynamics safely and respectfully. Developed and tested in field settings, this 18-session program is a practical resource for professionals working with youth. It offers a clear framework for educators and practitioners to promote healthy social behaviors and prevent future violence through evidence-based group training.