Treatment of Violent Juvenile Crime Abstract The purpose of this research paper

The literature review to be analyzed will include the following subjects relevant to the topic: an introduction to juvenile crime, with trends and prevalence, state and federal activities, and criminal justice; conflicting theories, with the POM theory, social control theory, social bonding theory, and containment theory; causes of juvenile crime, including risk factors, and aspects of recidivism; and treatment of juvenile crime, consisting of violence reduction and prevention, mental health considerations, and barriers to successful self-help or treatment.

The findings of this research paper will provide useful information for a more integrated understanding of the causes and treatment of violent juvenile crime in the United States.

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Statement of the Problem................................ 1

Background of the Problem............................... 2

Study Rationale......................................... 5

Purpose of the Study.................................... 6

Importance of the Study................................. 6

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, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault. In 1995, 147,700 of these indexed violent crimes were committed by juveniles. A large percentage of these offenders have been found to be children of abuse or neglect. Maltreatment of a child results in a 25% greater risk for future problems which include juvenile violence, substance abuse, pregnancy, school problems and lack of achievement, and mental illness. Childhood abuse is therefore recognized as a factor leading to juvenile crime. Belknap, Holsinger, and Dunn (1997) report that childhood violations lead to increased risk of offending or being offended. Gender differences explain differences in the offense. This review will discuss these points and other gender differences found, such as those regarding rates for separate offenses or drug status, and processing and treatment distinctions. Homicide is reported to be the second leading cause of death for American youth ages 15 years to 24 years. Violent crimes sometimes occur in school-associated settings. From 1994 to 1998, 45 violent crimes resulting in death were found in school-associated settings. However, schools are still considered safe since less than 1% of homicides and suicides among the school-aged group occu
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Approximate Pages = 19 (250 words per page)