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The juvenile justice system is experiencing significant legislative changes to support youth rehabilitation and improve public safety outcomes. Key reforms include: The expansion of Medicaid coverage for justice-involved youth. An increased emphasis ...
Navigating the juvenile justice system can be an overwhelming experience for many young people, particularly those facing significant mental health challenges, substance use issues, and educational barriers. Statistics show that up to 70% of ...
Supporting at-risk students with behavioral challenges is a complex issue that schools face daily. These students often struggle with emotional regulation, social interactions, and classroom engagement, leading to disruptions, conflict, and, in some ...
Transitioning out of incarceration is a critical, complex time for young people involved with the juvenile justice system. The mental health needs of these young individuals are often multifaceted, requiring a comprehensive approach to support their ...
Over the past quarter-century, the Youth Assessment and Screening Instrument (YASI) has undergone significant evolution, reflecting advances in our understanding of youth behavior and the factors that influence it. This dynamic tool, designed to ...
Whether you are in the midst of juvenile justice reform or seeking enhancements to deliver the right services to youth, leveraging the right assessment tool can have an enormous impact. Assessment is fundamental to everything that happens in ...
An addiction treatment plan typically involves various therapy modalities tailored to individual needs, treatment objectives, and the substance involved.
Juvenile risk assessment tools are becoming increasingly popular among probation officers and behavior therapists as a way to reduce the risk of recidivism and improve outcomes for youth involved in the juvenile justice system. Juvenile probation is ...
Ruben Saldana was only 12 years old when he joined a gang in Florida and by the age of 13, he was a leader. In a city with record gang affiliation, it can be hard to avoid the violence the gang organizations bring. But gang activity is not confined ...
Originally created with the intention of aiding adults in quitting traditional cigarettes, e-cigarettes have been finding their way into the hands of at-risk teens in recent years with an ever-increasing frequency. In 2011, less than five percent of ...
