Step 1:
Give your child lots of love and support. If your child is in an environment of care and belonging, he/she is less likely to resort to gangs. The reason most children join gangs is because it gives them a sense of belonging.
Step 2:
Be aware of what is happening in your child's life. Keep track of his/her activities in school and attend events that matter to him/her. Make sure your family has at least one meal together per day. This will give you a chance to ask about your child's day.
Step 3:
Familiarize yourself with your child's friends and encourage your child to foster the type of friendships that you find appropriate. Learn about your child's behaviour through his/her friends.
Step 4:
Decreased academic performance, attitude problems, and appetite and sleep changes can be the result of poor decision-making by your child. Acknowledge these changes and show interest in what is happening in your child's life.
Step 5:
Hold standards. Acknowledge when your child has adhered to them and correct when he/she has not. Help build your child's self esteem and sense of responsibility.
Step 6:
Teach your child to successfully handle his/her problems by taking example from you. Share your experiences with your child to build a trusting relationship.
