What You Will Learn
This section explores the various high-risk environments that juveniles may encounter, including the drug trade, gang involvement, mental health issues, juvenile sex offenders, and the crossover between child welfare and juvenile justice. Each subsection provides insights into the reasons juveniles enter these environments, the impact on their lives and communities, and the strategies for intervention and rehabilitation.
Student Learning Outcomes for Section 6
- SLO 1: Understand the factors driving juvenile involvement in the drug trade and gang activities, and the roles they play within these spheres.
- SLO 2: Evaluate the mental health challenges juvenile offenders face and the specialized treatments required for juvenile sex offenders.
- SLO 3: Discuss the educational and therapeutic interventions that address the needs of juveniles in high-risk environments, including their effectiveness and implementation challenges.
- SLO 4: Analyze the impact of juvenile involvement in high-risk activities on community safety, social cohesion, and the perpetuation of crime cycles.
- SLO 5: Critically assess the intersection of child welfare and juvenile justice systems, focusing on the unique challenges and necessary reforms to better support crossover youth.
Modification History File Created: 04/26/2024 Last Modified: 11/20/2024
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