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Juvenile Delinquency for Beginners
A Clear, Accessible Introduction to Youth Crime and Justice
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Independently Published Unsere-Artikel-Nr.: P35160287
EAN: 9798188224790
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Zustellung: Mo, 05.10.2026
Versand: Kostenlos
CHF 22.70
Beschreibung
Juvenile delinquency is one of the most misunderstood topics in criminology. Headlines swing between two extremes - the irredeemable young criminal and the helpless victim of circumstance - and neither picture matches what the research actually shows. Juvenile Delinquency for Beginners. is a clear, no-jargon introduction to why young people break the law, how justice systems around the world respond, and what genuinely reduces reoffending. Across 14 chapters, this book walks through the developing adolescent brain, the risk and protective factors behind offending, the role of trauma and mental health, gangs and group dynamics, social media and online radicalization, and the landmark cases - from the Central Park Five to Roper v. Simmons. - that reshaped juvenile justice policy. Each chapter includes:. A Case Study. grounding theory in a realistic, illustrative scenario. Key Terms. to build your criminology vocabulary. Did You Know. boxes with surprising, research-backed facts. A Biggest Myth. , Criminologist's Note. , or Common Mistake. box. A Quick Recap. and Reflection Questions. to test what you've learned. Whether you're a student encountering criminology for the first time, a professional who wants a sharp refresher, or simply curious about crime and justice, this book delivers real depth without the academic weight - the hallmark of the For Beginners. series.
Spezifikationen
Sprache
- Englisch
Autor
- E
Erscheinungsjahr
- 2026
Format
- Buch (Softcover)
Anzahl Seiten
- 84