The document discusses youth gang violence through the lens of Hirschi's social bond theory. It summarizes the theory's four elements - attachment, commitment, involvement, and belief - and how weak bonds in these areas can lead youths to join gangs. Risk factors for gang involvement include low academic achievement, low family attachment or single-parent homes, exposure to delinquent peers, and lack of involvement in conventional activities. To prevent gang violence, the conclusion argues communities should promote youth connection and commitment through extracurricular activities that provide status and belonging.