How it Works
Most people would agree that adults and children have very different needs and abilities. Many research studies have come to the same conclusion.
Many features distinguish the juvenile justice system from its adult counterpart, but one troubling similarity stands out: an overreliance on confinement.
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The DANGERS
of DETENTION
Youths in the juvenile justice system have high rates of mental health disorder, trauma, and suicidality rates compared to their peers.
Additionally, incarcerated students often lag behind in pass rates and have access to fewer higher-level courses.
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The Disparities
in DETENTION
Even after accounting for family and other predictors, there are still residual arrest differences between youths of different racial and ethnic groups.
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Solutions + Steps
Research studies across multiple jurisdictions have revealed a disturbing pattern: youth who are incarcerated are more likely to recidivate than youth who are supervised in a community-based setting, or not detained at all.
Community-based interventions are a humane and effective alternative to the traumatic and disruptive process of confining children in juvenile facilities.
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