Publications [#266290] of Philip J. Cook

Chapters in Books

1. Cook, PJ; Laub, JH, Trends in Child Abuse and Juvenile Delinquency, in From Children to Citizens: The Role of the Juvenile Court, edited by Hartman, FX, vol. 2 (1987), pp. 109-127, Springer Verlag
   (last updated on 2025/07/31)

   Abstract:
   This paper seeks to project future trends in child abuse and juvenile delinquency. Such projections are useful in planning capacity changes in the juvenile justice system. Trends in youth crime and child abuse as well as information on various social indicators affecting children are reviewed. We conclude that juvenile crime rates per capita will probably remain at current levels or even decline over the next 10 to 15 years, although we are inclined to emphasize the uncertainty that attaches to this prediction.