Gangs

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Signs that your child may be involved with a gang

	•	Admits having friends who are gang members.

	•	Is obsessed with on particular color of clothing, particularly red or blue.

	•	Wears jewelry with distinctive designs

	•	Is obsessed with gang-influenced music or movies

	•	Withdrawls from or shows disrespect toward family.

	•	Associates with new friends.

	•	Shows excessive need for privacy and secrecy.

	•	Uses hand signs with friends.

	•	Has peculiar drawings or language on schoolbooks.

	•	Has unexplained cash or expensive clothing or jewelry he or she can't afford.

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