Citation

Cocozza JJ, Veysey BM, Chapin DA, Dembo R, Walters W, Farina S. Subst. Use Misuse 2005; 40(7): 935-951.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2005, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1081/JA-200058853

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Many arrested youth present with multiple problems, including substance use and mental health problems, poor academic performance, and often come from violent homes and neighborhoods. These problems are directly associated with delinquent behavior and status offenses, presenting challenges to justice agencies, which must respond to these factors to support youths' resources and resiliencies and to reduce the probability of recidivism. The Miami-Dade Juvenile Assessment Center implemented a diversion program for first-time, nonviolent youth. The Post-Arrest Diversion (PAD) program. provides systematic, standardized screening and assessment, individualized case planning, an extensive referral service, and case management and follow-up.

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