@article{ref1,
title="Toward an empirically derived classification of sexually aggressive juveniles in a treatment setting",
journal="Violence and victims",
year="2020",
author="Dunton, Creaig A.",
volume="35",
number="5",
pages="751-779",
abstract="This study uses cluster analysis to develop a classification of sexually aggressive juveniles, based on demographic information, offense details, psychological and behavioral issues, and participation in treatment. Data were collected from two treatment programs (n = 95) that serve this population. Four distinct types were found: sexually aggressive (those who were otherwise nondelinquent), revenge (those who were mostly nondelinquent but specifically targeted step- and half-siblings), disturbed revenge (those who offended against half- and stepsiblings, and demonstrated more significant behavioral and psychological disturbances) , and disturbed aggressive (overall antisocial individuals who displayed problems with psychological issues and violent behaviors). The results suggest that sexually aggressive juveniles are a heterogeneous population that, while sharing some similarities with their adult counterparts, are different in many ways, and early treatment interventions may help reduce the risk of adult offending.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="0886-6708",
doi="10.1891/VV-D-18-00009",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1891/VV-D-18-00009"
}