Journal article
Exploring current behaviors and social service needs for Chinese juvenile delinquents in Hong Kong
Children and Youth Services Review, Vol.20(8), pp.733-745
1998
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to examine the current behaviors and social service needs among Chinese male and female juvenile delinquents in Hong Kong. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 398 (183 female and 215 male) Chinese juvenile delinquents between 12 - 18 years of age in Hong Kong. Findings revealed that a majority of the participants had engaged in delinquent behaviors, and that females had higher rates of delinquent behaviors in many salient areas. Results also revealed that over 50% of participants needed assistance with the continuation of studies, job placement, academic studies, provision of social activities, and vocational training. The importance of these findings is discussed in the context of Chinese norms and values. Recommendations for social work interventions and services are discussed.
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- Title
- Exploring current behaviors and social service needs for Chinese juvenile delinquents in Hong Kong
- Authors
- Cindy Davis (Author) - University of New South WalesC Tang (Author)J Ko (Author)
- Publication details
- Children and Youth Services Review, Vol.20(8), pp.733-745
- Publisher
- Pergamon
- Date published
- 1998
- DOI
- 10.1016/S0190-7409(98)00036-X
- ISSN
- 0190-7409
- Organisation Unit
- School of Social Sciences - Legacy; University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland; School of Law and Society
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 99449580402621
- Output Type
- Journal article
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