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"This book...provides both an introduction to and the latest knowledge on the subject in a way that is accessible to students and other nonexperts.... After reading the book, I found myself better informed even about issues that I already knew well and had studied in depth. Simons et al. are enthusiastic, engaged, and knowledgeable about the subject of family relationships and antisocial behavior. The content of the book is richly informed, not only by the most recent research and theory in the field but also by the findings from collaborative efforts in the authors' own high-quality research. All of this is presented in a concise and remarkably well-written manner." —Ronald L. Akers, University of Florida

This book explores the link between family life and antisocial behavior. In recent years, researchers from a variety of disciplines have investigated the relationship between society's most fundamental social institution--the family--and various forms of criminal behavior. Simons et al. fill a fundamental void in the literature by demonstrating how these seemingly disparate lines of research can be woven together using classic and contemporary theories of delinquency and crime. The book is designed to serve as a supplement for courses on juvenile delinquency, criminology, deviance, and child development.

FAMILIES, DELINQUENCY, AND CRIME evaluates and explores popular explanations using the results of studies by sociologists, criminologists, and psychologists. Each chapter succinctly defines terminology, establishes a review of empirical literature, and provides an effective argument that families are a dynamic aspect of our social lives that are intricately related to delinquency and other problem behaviors. Clear examples of each situation are provided.

Part I explains child and adolescent antisocial behavior. The chapters review theory and research regarding the effect of family structure, marital conflict, parental antisocial behavior, and parents' childrearing practices on a child's risk for conduct problems and delinquency. Part II focuses on adult antisocial behavior and shows how the various family socialization processes and childhood behavior problems discussed in Part I influence the probability of later adult crime. Explanations are provided for both the continuity and discontinuity of antisocial behavior across the life course. Consideration is given to the manner in which romantic partners often modify deviant life course trajectories. The book also explores the link between family experiences during childhood and adult risk for either perpetrating or becoming the victim of marital violence. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Canadian Journal of Criminology and Criminal Justice, published by Canadian Criminal Justice Association on April 1, 2004. The length of the article is 8889 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the author: Quatre juges du tribunal pour adolescents de la region de Toronto presentent certains aspects de l'application de la Loi sur le systeme de justice penale pour les adolescents, en puisant dans l'experience qu'ils ont vecue << dans les tranchees >> pendant la periode de six mois qui de'butait le [1.sup.er] avril 2003. Tous les quatre reconnaissent le grand potentiel de la nouvelle loi qui, grace aux premisses philosophiques qui la sous-tendent, pourrait reduire l'ampleur du << roulement >> mecanique, anonyme et generalement inutile des personnes et des dossiers, phenomene regrettable qui marque les procedures de justice penale au Canada. Or, etant donne que ces juges oeuvrent chacun dans un palais de justice different et doivent donc composer avec des priorites organisationnelles et des pratiques locales differentes, ils font etat d'experiences et d'attentes fort diversifiees. En fournissant des exemples tires de leur propre contexte de travail, les juges veulent faire la demonstration que, dans l'esprit de beaucoup de professionnels de la justice penale et de bailleurs de fonds gouvernementaux, les facons de faire du tribunal pour adolescents n'ont pas tellement evolue depuis la mise en vigueur de la nouvelle loi et que cette perception continue de se repercuter sur les attitudes de ces intervenants.

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Title: Working "in the trenches" with the YCJA.(Youth Criminal Justice Act)
Author: Peter Harris
Publication: Canadian Journal of Criminology and Criminal Justice (Refereed)
Date: April 1, 2004
Publisher: Canadian Criminal Justice Association
Volume: 46Issue: 3Page: 367(23)

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No one lives the way Toby and his mother live.

No One.

As soon as they start to get settled in a new town, his mother always insists they pack up and move on. She changes her name, her hairstyle, and her identity. Does his mother work for the CIA? Was Toby kidnapped? Does he have a father who is alive somewhere? Over the years, Toby has learned not to ask these questions.

But when they move to rural Idaho, things seem different. Until the day Toby discovers an old news item that shatters any chance he and his mother have of living a normal life. Will they ever be able to leave the past behind? ... Read more

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Interesting idea, poor executioný
In this book, which has NOTHING to do with the television series of the same name, we are introduced to Toby Chase and his mother, who seems to change her name every time they move to a new place. Toby's had always been used to the fact that he never had a phone in his home or that his mother seemed to change her hair color and place of residence on a whim. Now that he's getting older, he begins to question his mother's behavior, and gets nothing in return. It isn't until Toby and his mom move to Idaho and Toby discovers, via the Internet, who his mother really is. I have to admit, when I found it, it was sort of anti-climactic. I also felt that the book ended rather strangely, with the author trying to wrap up all the loose ends and loose realism that way. If you're looking for a book about a family on the run, leave this book in the dust.

Alias -
For as long as he can remember, fifteen year old Toby Chase's home has been the old car his mom is driving to yet another new life in a new city.Just when Toby gets settled, they pack up and move on.After settling in the remote Idaho community of Donner, Toby's mother promises him that it will be better than any place they have ever lived, and it is.Toby's happy and his mother is too. While doing research on the Internet for a school research project about the Vietnam War, Toby discovers the truth about his mother; she is a fugitive.Will Toby reveal his knowledge? Will he again have to move? Has his dream of a real home once again been shattered?

Ryan has written a suspenseful fast paced story. The characters are well developed which makes the reader care all the more about Toby, his mother and the friends they have made in Donner. Some tense moments lead up to the story's conclusion. A few minor flaws exist, but can be easily overlooked. An enjoyable work that teens will enjoy.

Alias review
The book Alias started out really great, i just couldn't put it down, but then things started getting really boring, and it was almost as if i didn't want to read it at all. Near the middle of the book is where it just was horrible. the words, and contents sounded as if it was written by a 13 year old, i am dead serious. it sounded as if something i may write. ussually the books i get written by adults (which most are) they are wonderful, but this one, the words were dull, as well as the sentance structure. Ryan used dull, simple, plain sentences. example: the boy ran into the house. (you could've used) quickly, the tall, lean, tan boy charged into the red brick house. now, tell me, doesn't that sound much better?

Thrilling and Unpredictable
Toby has always wondered what his mom was keeping from him. Whenever he asked questions she would respond by telling him not to ask but to do as she says. Since Toby could remember, he never stayed in one place for a long time. Instead, he was always moving from one place of the country to another whenever Bad News Fred showed up. Toby's mother changed her appearance whenever they moved to a new place. In one town she had long, blond hair, and then in another city she had short, brown hair. She changed her name as often as she changed her hairstyle. On their last move Toby, discovers why his mother is so secretive-- she is a fugitive who has been running from the FBI since the Vietnam War. The heat is on, and the FBI find out where Toby and his mother are located. Fred arrives to warn Toby's mom and she leaves Toby behind. Will Toby ever see his mother again? Will his mother escape?The book is very thrilling and very unpredictable. If you think you know how the book ends you could be wrong! This book is a great way to get your mind off things and I am sure you will not put the book down towards the end because I sure did not.

It was wonderful!
This book was great. The last few pages were kinda cluttered with information as she tried to bring the closing to a smooth halt, but it all worked out nicely. I enjoyed it, and hope she has more books coming outsoon. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Family Practice News, published by International Medical News Group on May 15, 2005. The length of the article is 710 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: The death penalty and youth.(Guest Editorial)
Author: Vivian Rakoff
Publication: Family Practice News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: May 15, 2005
Publisher: International Medical News Group
Volume: 35Issue: 10Page: 10(1)

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New York University, New York City. Practical introduction forpsychiatrists without forensic experience on interacting effectively withthe juvenile justice system. Written under the auspices of the APA'sWorkgroup on Psychiatric Practice in the Juvenile Court. ... Read more

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Spend some time with Associate Justice Sandra Day O'Connor and her granddaughter as they explore Washington D.C. ... Read more

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A Great Book for Girls
Even in this day and age, young girls need to know that any door can be opened with a bit of pushing.This book not only brings to life a great role model, it shows that she is a real person.Ms. McElroy's simple,spare prose never condescends, but clearly sketches both the professionaland family persona of her subject.It is a book that will be treasured bythe owner and her (or even his) parents.If this is the beginning of aseries, I look forward to the next one -- the author has found a valuableplace on our bookshelves and in our hearts. ... Read more