Exploring the risk factors associated with youth offending behavior in Cape Town

Includes bibliographical references.The study explored the risk factors associated with youth offending behaviour in Cape Town, in order to suggest, from a social development point of view, preventive measures that address the risk factors from an outset. The sample that was used consisted of twenty...

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Main Author: Mohajana, Lintle (Author)
Format: Electronic Book
Language:English
Published: 2013
In:Year: 2013
Online Access: Volltext (kostenfrei)
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