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Introduction to Trauma-Informed Care for Juvenile Offenders

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For effective interventions, understanding the existing traumas that contribute to delinquency is paramount. The National Center for Mental Health and Justice reports that approximately 60-70%, of youth in the care of the juvenile justice system have a diagnosable mental health disorder, and 60% meet criteria for a substance use disorder.