When the actions of youths leave them facing legal concerns, parents may have questions about how the outcome of their situations might affect their futures. Records of juvenile convictions could impact a youth’s life in various ways, but there may be certain steps...
Month: October 2022
Are youth diversion programs viable and effective?
Parents of teens who are accused of involvement in any type of unlawful behavior may worry about how the outcome of the situation might affect their child's future. Exploring alternative sentencing programs is one example of a factor parents in Washington may wish to...
5 ways parents can advocate for their child with social workers
If you are one of many Washington parents whose minor child needs juvenile defense support, your family has no doubt been experiencing stress. As a parent, you might tend to internalize your son's or daughter's problems, perhaps blaming yourself to a certain extent....
Some youthful offenders may suffer from conduct disorder
While some youths may act out as a cry for attention or simply for the thrill involved, others may simply struggle to control their behaviors. There are various types of mental health concerns that may have a significant influence on a teen’s behavior. Studies...
Possible repercussions of having a fake ID
There are a multitude of establishments that may require a person to be of a certain age for entry and age restrictions may also apply to the purchase of certain goods. Those who are not of legal age may sometimes seek to bypass this requirement by obtaining a fake ID...
Addressing studies on the issues about juvenile incarceration
While there may be a variety of measures intended to help stem the tide of juvenile delinquency, some might not always prove as effective as intended. Incarceration is a common example of a punishment youthful offenders might face, but there may be some inherent...
Detecting signs of depression among teenagers
Depression is a type of health condition that can take a significant toll on one’s life and teens who struggle with mental health concerns might not know how best to manage the challenges involved. Studies indicate that similar issues may cause youthful individuals to...
The correlation between drug addiction and juvenile delinquency
Issues such as substance abuse continue to impact the lives of many individuals and similar concerns can affect those of virtually any age. However, certain age groups may be more vulnerable to falling prey to the trials of drug addiction, and the teenage years are a...
What is a mandatory reporter, and who are they?
In Washington, and throughout the United States, there are many people who hold positions of authority or supervision over your child. In certain situations, the actions of such people might intersect with legal issues that your family is experiencing, if you have a...
Possible red flags of troubling behavior
It is no secret that most teens may experience a variety of changes as they age, and they might not always know how best to handle this process. While change may simply be a natural part of growing up, youths who struggle to deal with the issues they experience may be...