SOCIO-ECONOMIC CAUSES OF JUVENILE DELINQUENCY AND THEIR IMPACT ON FAMILY DEVELOPMENT: A CASE STUDY IN BORSTAL JAIL, FAISALABAD

Abstract

Juvenile delinquency is the act of participating in illegal behavior that violates a law. Such a phenomenon is the result of a mix of socio-economic factors, family relations, and their stability, as well as the mother's mental structure. The increasing involvement of the young with crime in different societies brings great concerns for law enforcement, social services, and educational agencies. Interventions typically are not about punishment, but rather prevention and rehabilitation because they recognize the structural problems, like poverty or mental health issues, that create offending behavior. They may incorporate community programs, family support, and restorative justice approaches geared toward the reintegration of youth into society. To develop comprehensive policies that support positive youth development and reduce recidivism, understanding the root causes and consequences of juvenile delinquency is essential. This abstract serves as a reminder that addressing delinquency from the appropriate perspective is crucial in modern society.

Keywords (Juvenile, delinquency, criminal activity, family, peer group, economic ).