As the summer sun starts to set, a familiar feeling starts to creep in—a blend of excitement, anticipation, and, yes, a bit of apprehension. The back-to-school season, a time of transition for student...

Summer is around the corner, and with it comes a worrisome trend we can't ignore: the increase in juvenile crime rates! Understanding the factors contributing to this surge and implementing effective ...

Every family holds its unique set of values, beliefs, and traditions. Through these diverse lenses, we shape our understanding of the world and the intricate bonds that tie us together.

Dr. James Alexander, the developer of Functional Family Therapy (FFT), was a licensed clinical psychologist and family therapist who dedicated his career to developing and promoting evidence-based int...

Like adults, young people can struggle with mental health issues, substance abuse, and traumatic experiences that can negatively impact their development and future opportunities. Early intervention i...

Juvenile probation can be a critical intervention for youth who have committed a crime or engaged in delinquent behavior. By providing support, guidance, and accountability, probation officers can hel...

Funding family preservation programs is essential to ensure children, families, and communities' health, safety, and general well-being. With the implementation of the Family First Prevention Services...

Very few people go through life without encountering some form of trauma. However, the types of trauma and the responses to it can differ greatly from one person to the next. Responses can be severe t...

In 2014, The Justice Policy Institute (JPI) first analyzed the cost of juvenile incarceration to find more than 33 states plus the District of Columbia report over $100,000 per incarcerated youth in a...