Truth VS. Myth | Baamboozle - Baamboozle | The Most Fun Classroom Games!

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Gangs only exist in big cities

Myth - Gangs are found in small towns, suburbs, and rural areas too

Some youth join gangs because they think it will make them popular or feared

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Peer pressure is one of the strongest reasons youth get involved in gangs

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Most gang members join because they want to hurt people

Myth - Many join for protection, belonging, or identity

Being part of a gang can help you make easy money

Myth - Any “money” is often temporary and comes with high risks

Gangs are like families that always take care of their members

Myth - Gangs often exploit or betray members when it benefits them

Some youth join gangs to feel safe from neighborhood violence

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Dropping out of school increases your risk of joining a gang

Truth

It’s only “bad kids” who join gangs

Myth - Many gang members are regular kids facing hard circumstances or tough choices

Teens who feel loved, valued, and respected at home are less likely to join a gang

Truth

Once a teen joins a gang, it’s too late to help them

Myth - Support, mentoring, and intervention programs can help youth change

Gangs can protect you from bullying and violence

Myth - Joining a gang often exposes you to even more danger

Youth who lack positive role models are at greater risk of joining a gang

Truth

Having family members in gangs makes it less likely for a young person to join

Myth - Family gang involvement increases the risk of joining

The best way to stay safe from gangs is to avoid people and places involved in gang activity

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Vulnerable people are more likely to join a gang

Truth

Being exposed to violence can desensitize you

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Once you join a gang, it’s impossible to get out

Myth - It can be hard, but there are safe ways to leave with support and planning