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/^t/The problem of the increase of violence in Poland is, thus, a very significant and up-to-date issue. Roots of that situation are very complex, but they can still be recognized. To find causes is, however, much easier than to find applicable solutions to change the situation in Poland. Fortunately, some steps have already been taken. There are more police officers in the streets, now. Laws concerning both juvenile delinquents and serious criminals are becoming more and more strict. Politicians are paying much more attention to the problem of how to decrease violence in Poland. On the other hand, however, the majority seems pesimistic and evaluates the process as irrevocable. It appears unfeasible to reduce violence on television, to stop materialism and, simply, to change man's nature. Only time will tell, whether 'a rising tide of violence' in Poland finally stops.