Importance of Comprehensive Skill-Based Programs in Juvenile Detention and Corrections (From Juvenile Justice: Policies, Programs, and Services, Second Edition, P 165-193, 1998, Albert R. Roberts, ed. - See NCJ 170093)

• NCJ Number: 170102
• Author(s): D W Roush
• Date Published: 1998
• Length: 29 pages
• Sale Source: Nelson-Hall Publishers
• Publication Type: Issue Overview
• Language: English
• Country: United States of America
• Note: *This document is currently unavailable from NCJRS.

Annotation

This chapter presents a rationale for the expanded use of skills-based programs in juvenile detention and corrections and case studies to serve as a resource for juvenile detention and corrections practitioners interested in developing similar programs.

Abstract

Skills-based programming in juvenile detention and corrections makes sense for several reasons: (1) It directly addresses the problem of violence reduction; (2) It is a consistent part of the social competency model to explain delinquent behaviors; (3) It is part of effective delinquency treatment interventions in recent outcome evaluations; (4) It is easy to incorporate into the daily operations of juvenile detention; (5) Detained youths enjoy skills-based programs and participate fully and quickly; (6) Such programs provide an appropriate outlet for emotions and lead to fewer behavior problems in institutional settings; and (7) They are positive, proactive efforts designed to reclaim troubled and dangerous youth. The chapter presents case studies on implementing mediation and conflict resolution in juvenile detention and corrections facilities. The chapter includes discussion questions based on the information presented. Figure, references