Presentation for the 2012 University Scholars Day at the University of North Texas discussing research on juvenile delinquents being especially disadvantaged in times of disaster.
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Presentation for the 2012 University Scholars Day at the University of North Texas discussing research on juvenile delinquents being especially disadvantaged in times of disaster.
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13 p.
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Abstract: In this presentation, the author discusses research on the following questions: How prone to special risks are children (18 years and younger) in times of disaster? How is this further exacerbated with children who are classified as juvenile delinquents? How prepared is the juvenile justice system for disasters? What are the implications of being underprepared? What are the resources available for juvenile delinquents in times of disaster? Research will include interviews and questionnaires with staff in juvenile delinquent facilities.
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Smith, Bridgette; Arlikatti, Sudha & Eve, Susan Brown.Juvenile Delinquents are especially disadvantaged in times of Disaster,
presentation,
April 19, 2012;
(https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc86851/:
accessed May 31, 2024),
University of North Texas Libraries, UNT Digital Library, https://digital.library.unt.edu;
crediting UNT Honors College.
