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Understanding Desistance in Youth Justice

Desistance in youth justice refers to the process of behavior change over time, involving factors such as formal compliance, social bonds, identity, agency, and belonging. It is essential to support young individuals in their journey towards desistance to reduce reoffending rates effectively.

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Exploring Desistance from Crime and Recovery from Trauma: A Study by Dr. Sarah Anderson

Dr. Sarah Anderson from the University of the West of Scotland conducted a methodology project focusing on the relationship between desistance from crime and recovery from trauma among 16 men in Scotland and England. The study included data collection through group art workshops using collage inquir

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Exploring Higher Education as a Tool for Desistance

This research delves into the potential of higher education in supporting desistance from offending behavior and cultivating new identities. It focuses on aspirations, barriers, and support needed for individuals with criminal convictions to engage with higher education outside of the prison environ

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Understanding the Role of Social Cooperatives in Desistance and Employment Integration

Exploring the intersection of social cooperatives, desistance, and employment integration, this research delves into the impact of work on individuals' identities and social integration. It discusses the challenges and opportunities in supporting work reintegration, particularly in the UK and Italia

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Understanding Sexual Abuse of Minors by Catholic Priests

This content delves into the situational and organizational factors affecting sexual abuse of minors by Catholic priests, exploring types of offenders, grooming techniques, excuses, justifications, and desistance from abuse. It presents data from reports by the John Jay College Research Team and the

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