Psychological and Theoretical Perspectives on Juvenile Delinquency

In the past few decades, juvenile delinquency has increased at an exponential rate in society. Societal change, family, peer, media, technological growth etc. has resulted in the perversion of juveniles to commit crimes. Children become more prone to psychological and delinquent behavioural problems due to lack of responsibility on the parts of parents, society and authorities to ensure that children behave morally and ethically in society. All such factors should be examined carefully in order to make a crime free society. Therefore, the present article will explore the reasons for the involvement of children in illegal activities through psychological and theoretical perspectives and how it can be prevented effectively. It will also highlight the effective strategies for juvenile delinquency prevention and for improving their behavioural problem.