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Juvenile Delinquency

Juvenile delinquency refers to illegal behavior by minors aged 10 to 17 and can stem from factors such as family environment, peer influence, and socioeconomic status. Dysfunctional family dynamics, negative peer pressure, and economic disadvantage significantly contribute to delinquent behavior. Prevention strategies include structured after-school programs, mentoring, and community outreach to support at-risk youth.

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Juvenile Delinquency

Juvenile delinquency refers to illegal behavior by minors aged 10 to 17 and can stem from factors such as family environment, peer influence, and socioeconomic status. Dysfunctional family dynamics, negative peer pressure, and economic disadvantage significantly contribute to delinquent behavior. Prevention strategies include structured after-school programs, mentoring, and community outreach to support at-risk youth.

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Juvenile Delinquency

By
B. Keerthi
Chandana(22STUCHH010037)
Divya Epuru (22STUCHH010067).
Introduction
• Juvenile Delinquency is the participation
by a minor child, usually between the
ages of 10 and 17, in illegal behavior or
activities.

• Juvenile delinquency is also used to


refer to children who exhibit a persistent
behavior of mischievousness or
disobedience, so as to be considered out
of parental control, becoming subject to
legal action by the court system.
Causes of Juvenile Delinquency

Family
Environment

Peer Influence

Socioeconomic
Status
Family Environment
• Dysfunctional family dynamics,
such as parental neglect, abuse, or
substance abuse, can contribute to
delinquent behavior.

• Lack of parental supervision and


support can also lead to
involvement in criminal activities.
Peer Influence
• Negative peer pressure and
association with delinquent peers
can influence a young person to
engage in criminal behavior.

• Gang involvement and membership


can further exacerbate delinquency.
Socioeconomic
Status

• Economic disadvantage and


poverty can create a higher
risk for juvenile delinquency.

• Limited access to quality


education, healthcare, and
employment opportunities
can contribute to criminal
behavior.
• Academic difficulties and lower
educational attainment

Effects of • Increased likelihood of substance abuse


and addiction

Juvenile • Increased strain on the criminal justice

Delinquency system

• Higher costs for law enforcement, court


proceedings, and incarceration
• After-school programs that offer
structured activities and academic
support.

Prevention of • Mentoring programs that pair youth


with positive role models.
Juvenile
Delinquency
• Community outreach programs that
provide support and resources to at-
risk youth.
Conclusion
• Juvenile delinquency is
influenced by social, economic,
biological, and genetic factors.

• Behavior is a complex interplay


of these factors, making it
challenging to predict individual
outcomes.
Thank You

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