Child and Youth Misbehaviour in South Africa (E-Book)
Child and Youth Misbehaviour in South Africa (E-Book)
Description
An in-depth look into the complex and poorly understood phenomenon of youth misbehaviour. Discusses and analyses theories on the nature and causes of deviant behaviour, and assesses them critically with regard to their applicability to South Africa. Presents relevant legal processes, and reinforces theoretical explanations with research and real-world examples. Aimed at enabling both practitioners and students to address the plight of the South African youth in a constructive way so that they can become part of creating a safer South Africa for all its people.Contents include the following: The difficulty in demarcating the position of children in South Africa The complex diversity in the various ethnic and racial groupings in South Africa The local risk factors and international influences associated with youth misbehaviour The effective processing and treatment of youthful offenders by the South African criminal justice system Preventive measures
