Youth violence is a research area that focuses on understanding and preventing violent behavior among adolescents and young adults. This includes studying the root causes of violence, risk factors that contribute to violent behavior, and interventions that can help reduce and prevent violence among young people. Researchers in this field often explore issues such as gang involvement, peer influence, family dynamics, mental health issues, and community factors that contribute to youth violence. The goal of research in this area is to inform policies and programs that can effectively address and prevent youth violence.