______ is/are considered a community risk factor for health and behavioral problems in juveniles.

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Both neighborhood disorganization and community instability are considered community risk factors for health and behavioral problems in juveniles. Neighborhood disorganization refers to the lack of social control, high levels of crime, and physical disorder in a community. Community instability refers to high rates of poverty, unemployment, and residential turnover which can lead to a lack of social support and disconnection from community resources. Juveniles living in neighborhoods with these risk factors are more likely to engage in delinquent behavior, experience mental health problems, and have poor academic outcomes.

______ Is/are Considered a Community Risk Factor for Health and Behavioral