Definition
Programs that offer a variety of activities for youth who are at risk for behavior which is likely to involve them in the juvenile justice system with the objective of assisting them to improve self-esteem, to become aware of alternative ways of dealing with feelings and leisure time, and to take responsibility for the consequences of their actions. Included may be counseling, rap and discussion groups, tutoring, companionship programs, alternative peer group experiences and supervised recreational activities.
URL Name
FN-1500-3600
Third Level Code
FN-1500
Taxonomy Code
FN-1500.3600
Parent Code
FN-1500
Family Code
F
Second Level Code
FN
Fourth Level Code
FN-1500-3600
Use References
Delinquency Prevention
Publication Status
Online