Juveniles Who Have Sexually Offended A Review Of The Professional Literature

Sex offenses committed by juveniles are a serious problem, & one in two adult sex offenders began sexually abusive behavior as a juvenile. The costs imposed by juvenile sex offending are considerable to crime victims, offenders & their families, & society. This is a comprehensive & annotated account of the characteristics of juveniles who commit sex offenses & their families, & the types of offenses they commit. A broad array of clinical assessment tools, including psychological testing, are described, & a thorough discussion of recidivism rates & issues is presented. Concludes with a review of treatment approaches & settings & a look at program assessment.Righthand, Sue is the author of 'Juveniles Who Have Sexually Offended A Review Of The Professional Literature', published 2004 under ISBN 9780756721275 and ISBN 075672127X.