Vandalism, petty theft, drug addiction, and drunkenness are some forms of misbehavior involving the youth of today. But what exactly is juvenile delinquency?

Juvenile delinquency does not have a constant or definite meaning. According to some psychologists, delinquents are those, whose pattern of adjustment, is contrary to the accepted rules. Some say that delinquents are those who violate the law, habitually disobedient or truant. But delinquents shouldn't be treated as criminals but as maturing persons who need outmost guidance, love and support while they find their way towards life.

Yes... they shouldn't be treated as criminals.. BUT! Being a delinquent is not an excuse to manifest distress and confusion.

Let me expound the reasons why delinquency is definitely not a solution to anyone's problem.

There is no single factor that causes juvenile delinquency. It is caused by a combination of different complex factors. Likewise, there is no single cure for it. All the people who have to do anything with the adolescent must coordinate their efforts to curb juvenile delinquency. But above all, the adolescent himself should exert an effort to solve his own problem. Nothing would happen if there wouldn't be a change in himself, right?

It is very true that two major components of delinquency is the society and the family. But since each and every one of us have this what we call "logical" mind, we get to choose what is right and what is not. Exploring new stuffs is precisely what you call 'part of growing up'. And as a child grows, the desire for personal freedom develops while parental or adult influence declines. The extent to which he will b

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