Juvenile Justice and Rehabilitation Concepts

Brikita Hairston discusses the importance of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in juvenile justice. She explains key concepts like recidivism and deterrence, emphasizing that juvenile brains are not fully developed. Research shows CBT is effective in reducing crime and recidivism. The talk highlights the need for policy changes and alternative methods to punitive measures, using case studies to illustrate the potential for reform in the criminal justice system.

What is the term for when someone re-offends after serving time for a crime?

• Recidivism

• Restoration

• Deterrence

• Rehabilitation

Why is it considered unfair to punish juveniles as harshly as adults?

• Juveniles are always innocent.

• Juveniles have more rights than adults.

• Juveniles cannot understand laws.

• Juvenile brains are not fully developed.

Which method was found to be more effective than probation or parole in reducing juvenile crime?

• Increased policing

• Community service

• Longer sentences

• Cognitive behavioral therapy

What is the primary goal of aggression replacement therapy?

• To replace aggression with positive behavior

• To extend juvenile sentences

• To punish offenders

• To increase police presence

How does cognitive behavioral therapy help juveniles according to social crime theories?

• By increasing their punishment

• By ignoring peer pressure

• By isolating them from peers

• By helping them understand and manage emotions

What is the significance of the Graham versus Florida case?

• It highlighted the need for life sentences for juveniles.

• It supported harsher punishments for shoplifting.

• It showed that life sentences for juveniles can be cruel and unusual.

• It introduced longer sentences for juveniles.

What is the concept of 'labeling' in the context of juvenile crime?

• Assigning a positive label to all juveniles

• Ignoring the criminal acts of juveniles

• Labeling a child as a criminal based on one act

• Labeling all crimes as equal

What alternative did the police officer choose for the eight-year-old in the personal story?

• Taking her to the police station

• Taking her home to her parents

• Ignoring the incident

• Booking her for the crime

What is the potential impact of labeling a juvenile as a criminal?

• It guarantees they will not re-offend.

• It can negatively influence their future development.

• It can lead to a positive future.

• It has no impact on their future.

What is the ultimate goal of using cognitive behavioral therapy in the juvenile justice system?

• To ignore juvenile crimes

• To make the justice system more punitive

• To reduce the number of adult offenders

• To increase the number of juveniles in prison