Preventing and Reducing Juvenile Delinquency: A Comprehensive Framework - Hardcover

"In this book Howell proposes a proactive approach to incorporate both preventative interventions and a series of graduated sanctions. . . . The book provides a fascinating insight into the American youth justice system which is both alien (juvenile executions) and familiar to the reader (prison overcrowding) and will be useful for anyone interested in the debates and solutions proposed by a jurisdiction which often influences policy makers." (YOUTH JUSTICE 2004-09-02)

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.