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Juvenile delinquency in a developing country: a province example in Turkey
Sakir Ozen1, Aydin Ece, Remzi Oto
1Department of Psychiatry, Dicle University, School of Medicine, Diyarbakir, Turkey. sakiro@dicle.edu.tr
International Journal of Law and Psychiatry
|June 1, 2005
Summary
Juvenile crime is linked to factors like low income, poor education, and family issues. Addressing these risks can help prevent future offenses in young people.
Area of Science:
- Criminology
- Sociology
- Psychiatry
Background:
- Juvenile offending is a significant societal concern.
- Understanding risk factors is crucial for prevention strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate offense behaviors, socio-demographics, and family characteristics of juvenile offenders.
- To compare findings with data from developed countries.
Main Methods:
- Individual interviews were conducted with 165 juvenile offenders.
- Data collected included offense types, personal history, and family background.
Main Results:
- Theft (52%) and wounding (20%) were the most common offenses.
- Risk factors identified include low income, low educational levels, insufficient parental control, crowded families, migration, repeated offenses, and smoking.
Conclusions:
- Socio-economic and family factors significantly influence juvenile offending.
- Targeting identified risk factors is essential for effective crime prevention programs.