What are the factors contributing to delinquency?
Some teenagers have chosen a similar path that increasing the risk of committing a crime by them. Poor socio-economic status, indifferent attitude of parents, feelings of inferiority, lack of attention, and many other reasons can lead to various types of psychological issues in children and adolescents.
How can delinquency be prevented?
In general, the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention recommends that the following types of school and community prevention programs be employed:
- Classroom and behavior management programs.
- Multi-component classroom-based programs.
- Social competence promotion curriculums.
Why is it important to study theories of delinquency?
A theory is an attempt to explain something or describe the causes of something. When creating a theory, what do criminologists rely on? It lists what we want to explain (i.e. child abuse causes delinquency explains why some juvies are more delinquent than others.
Are all delinquent acts psychologically abnormal?
Not all delinquent acts are psychologically abnormal. Trait theory and choice theory both are related to the act of delinquents. However, with trait theory juveniles commit crimes because of their environment which negatively affects their mental process.
Can delinquent behavior be deterred by the threat of punishment if not how can it be controlled?
No delinquent behavior cannot be deterred by the threat of punishment. Punishment interferes with the development of internal controls by teaching children that it is someone else’s responsibility to control them and decide what behavior is “bad” and what the consequences will be.
What is an intelligence gap?
Intelligence gaps are unanswered questions about a criminal, cyber, or national security issue or threat. The intent of intelligence requirements and threat assessments is to provide a comprehensive, consistent model for managing the threats to a community.
What are the steps in the intelligence cycle?
The intelligence cycle is one of active collaboration and consists of six steps: requirements, planning and direction, collection, processing and exploitation, analysis and production, and dissemination. The cycle is circular in nature and the movement between the steps is fluid.