This journal explores the multifaceted aspects of youth justice, including legal adjudication of juvenile offenses, interventions for incarcerated youth, the impact of deprivation and socioeconomic factors on juvenile behavior, and the evolution of sentencing philosophies. It also examines the experiences of young people within correctional facilities, the role of parenting and trauma in their development, and the effectiveness of various prevention and rehabilitation strategies.
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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LawQ1
Developmental and Educational PsychologyQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Criminology & Penology
Scopus Categories
LawDevelopmental and Educational Psychology
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Criminal Justice and Corrections AnalysisChild Abuse and TraumaCrime Patterns and InterventionsHomelessness and Social IssuesEthics and Legal Issues in Pediatric HealthcarePsychopathy, Forensic Psychiatry, Sexual OffendingChildren's Rights and ParticipationChild Welfare and AdoptionPolicing Practices and PerceptionsYouth Education and Societal Dynamics