Social Work Examination Services (SWES) Individual Practice Test

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What does gang membership fail to provide for the teenager involved with a violent gang?

Connection to a community
Skills and motivation to improve his life
A sense of belonging
Opportunities for social interaction

The correct answer is: Skills and motivation to improve his life

Gang membership often fails to provide the skills and motivation needed for a teenager to improve his life in a constructive and positive way. While being part of a gang may offer a superficial sense of belonging, it usually does not foster personal development or teach life skills that can lead to better life choices or success outside of the gang environment. Instead, gang involvement can lead to a cycle of violence, criminal activity, and limited future prospects. In contrast, other aspects that gangs might seem to offer, such as connection to a community, a sense of belonging, or opportunities for social interaction, can be misleading. Even if individuals feel these aspects are fulfilled in a gang setting, the foundation is often built on negative influences that ultimately do not contribute to their growth or long-term well-being. Thus, the primary inadequacy of gang membership lies in its failure to equip teenagers with the essential skills and motivation for holistic self-improvement.