Title:
VIOLENCE EXPERIENCE AND RELATION OF RISK-PROTECTIVE FACTORS AND ACADEMIC SUCCESS IN UNIVERSITY STUDENTS RECEIVING VOCATIONAL EDUCATION Running head: Youth violence

Authors:
Dr. Kamile Kukulu, Sureyya Sarvan, Leyla Muslu, Arzu Akcan, Gozde Yirmibesoglu

Abstract:
Violence is complex problem that affect all groups in the society.1260 students receiving vocational education in university were interviewed in this study. It was found that male students are exposed to and commit more violence over the course of education in comparison to female students. Male students' exposure to/engagement in violence in primary school and high school is significantly higher than female students. It is a remarkable finding of the study that those who commit and are exposed violence are successful students. Approximately half of the students smoke and drink alcohol. Majority of the participants contribute positively to the resolution of problems by sharing their problems with their families and friends. Approximately 1/3 of students who are exposed to and commit violence in university would consider applying to a violence bureau if there was any in their universities.