ABUSE AND NEGLECT
Discussion
topic 1: Abuse and Neglect
Do you believe that abused and neglected children are more prone to delinquency? Explain why, or why not, and provide examples to support your position.
Topic 2: Race and Gender Issues in Youth Violence?
Research indicates that young males, particularly those in minority communities are more likely to be both the victims and perpetrators of violent crime. What are the implications of these findings as you consider juvenile crime data, as well as treatment and prevention approaches?
Answer preview
Abused and neglected children are more prone to delinquency because prolonged maltreatment can cause someone to develop psychological problems. The main cause of delinquency in young people is shame. According to Alderson (2018), shame is an emotional experience that is normally painful to its victims. Shame gets into children if they experience a poor relationship with their parents…
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