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Research examines connection between substance abuse and violence

In the newly published The Cambridge Handbook of Violent Behavior and Aggression, Dr. Daniel Flannery, co-editor of the book, Kent State professor of justice studies and ISPV director, and Dr. Jeff Kretschmar, ISPV project director, examine previously published research to determine general trends in substance use and characteristics of users.

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