Preventing and Reducing Juvenile Delinquency

A Comprehensive Framework

By: James C. Howell

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Paperback | 1 September 2008 | Edition Number 2

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400 Pages

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Revised

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25.4 x 17.78 x 2.06

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This text aims to inform students about the latest research and the most promising and effective programs and provides a wealth of information for understanding, preventing and controlling juvenile delinquency. The history of current juvenile justice system policies and practices is 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 discussed in depth. 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. And finally, a comprehensive framework for building a continuum of effective programs is presented. This book is intended as a supplementary text for undergraduate and graduate courses in juvenile delinquency, juvenile justice, and violent offender intervention courses. It is also essential reading for juvenile justice and social services research and development specialists.

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"This accessible handbook from a passionate advocate of giving youth 'room to reform, to keep their life chances intact' will be valued by students and practitioners of juvenile justice, as well as lawmakers, policymakers, and social services research and development specialists." -Youth Today: The Newspaper on Youth Work -- Cathi Dunn MacRae * Youth Today: The Newspaper on Youth Work *

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