There are several reasons why people join gangs, including very young kids. The following are just some of them. To Feel Accepted One of the most common reasons why this happens is that it gives the person a sense of acceptance. It gives the individual a sense of family or identity. The leader of the group is looked upon as a leader or patriarchal figure. The other members are seen as family members. This is not to say that only those from broken families join these groups. Unfortunately, some families are together only in name. If the person sees his / her parents fighting they may get the urge to look for another “family”. To Make Money Another possible reason why people join gangs are financial needs. An unemployed individual desperate for money may join a group involved in illegal...