An examination of contemporary issues in the context of young offenders and justice. Subject matter will vary according to instructor interest and specialization. Specific areas of concentration may include: social control theory and developmental life course theories and juvenile justice models; young offender legislation in Canada; neuropsychology and young offenders; serious and violent young offenders; and the assessment of theories of rehabilitation.
An examination of contemporary issues in the context of young offenders and justice. Subject matter will vary according to instructor interest and specialization. Specific areas of concentration may include: social control theory and developmental life course theories and juvenile justice models; young offender legislation in Canada; neuropsychology and young offenders; serious and violent young offenders; and the assessment of theories of rehabilitation.
