Streamlined in this edition, this book examines the causes and consequences of delinquent behavior using a strong sociological focus. Relevant chapters discuss the environmental influences on delinquencysuch as gangs, the family, school, and drugs. Each chapter ends with a discussion of delinquency across the life course and a section on social policy. Prevention and treatment is emphasized throughout, as the book moves beyond simply analyzing the problems of delinquency to exploring what can be done about delinquent behavior. Features include:
- More on Positive Youth DevelopmentChapter 1
- A new section on Institutional Anomie TheoryChapter 4
- A new section on Restorative Justice and PeacemakingChapter 6
- Expanded discussion of gender differences and how that impacts delinquencyChapter 7
- A new section on female delinquencyChapter 7
- More extensive coverage of bullyingChapter 9
- A new section on the victimization of childrenChapter 12
- A new section on Graduated Sanctions and moreChapter 15
