Reference no: EM133314485 , Length: 5 Pages
Assignment:
Anthony, a 15-year-old juvenile, is caught stealing two cans of spray paint from the local hardware store. He brags that he is an artist and was going to use the spray paint to paint up a local liquor store. He says that he and other friends spray graffiti every weekend.
Anthony has a curfew of 2 a.m., and when he returns home, his parents are passed out. He is an only child and rarely spends time with his parents. He watches his parents abuse drugs and alcohol every day. Anthony shows signs of depression and anxiety and has experienced suicidal thoughts that are increasing in frequency.
The following video explains the concept of criminology:
With the information provided in the video, your course materials, and other scholarly resources, address the following in your paper:
1. What methods and techniques do you think would be most useful in a juvenile rehabilitation program to help Anthony?
2. Do you believe that Anthony's parents should be part of his treatment? Why or why not?
3. In your opinion, as part of his treatment, should Anthony remain in his home environment or should he live in some type of halfway house? Why or why not? Fully explain your reasoning.
- What do you believe are the potential repercussions of allowing Anthony to live at home?
- What do you believe are the potential repercussions of Anthony residing in a halfway house?
The paper must include at least 2 formatted references.
The paper should also be 3 to 5 pages long.