This book aims to inform students about the latest research and the most promising and effective programs and for understanding, preventing and controlling juvenile delinquency. The book is geared to preparing students for a career in juvenile justice or related social service systems, and becoming research or program development specialists. The history of current juvenile justice system policies and practices are examined, including the juvenile violence "epidemic." Key myths about juvenile violence and the ability of the juvenile justice system to handle modern-day juvenile delinquents are critically examined. Developmental theories of juvenile delinquency are applied to understanding how juvenile offender careers evolve. Effective prevention and rehabilitation programs and what does not work are reviewed. A comprehensive framework for building a continuum of effective programs is presented in Part III.
- ISBN10 0761925090
- ISBN13 9780761925095
- Publish Date 16 April 2003
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 22 October 2008
- Publish Country US
- Imprint SAGE Publications Inc
- Format Paperback
- Pages 416
- Language English