Unique Risk Factors Signal Dual Involvement for Female Youth in Child Welfare and Juvenile Justice Systems - Maryland

"Youth who experience childhood maltreatment are more likely to engage in delinquent behavior and become involved in the juvenile justice system. Although the relationship between maltreatment and delinquency is well established, little research has addressed the specific risk factors and unique experiences of youth, particularly female youth, who are involved in both the child welfare and juvenile justice systems...."

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