Author: Cloyes, Kristin G.
Title: Prescription and Use of Psychotropic Medications in Utah Division of Juvenile Justice Secure Care Facilities
Summary: Recent national studies report that the numbers of youth with mental disorders who become engaged with the juvenile justice system are increasing, and subsequently the prevalence of mental health disorders for youth in custody is on the rise. Several published estimates place the ratio of youth in custody with mental disorders requiring treatment at 60-75%. Recent research has also found that 63% of youth involved with Utah Juvenile Justice Services experience considerable mental distress or have significant emotional, behavioral or mental disorders.
Details: Salt Lake City, UT: Utah Criminal Justice Center, University of Utah, 2008. 80p.
Source: Internet Resource
Year: 2008
Country: United States
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Shelf Number: 114816
Keywords:
Juvenile Inmates (Utah)Medical Care, Juvenile InmatesMental HealthMental Health Services, Juvenile InmatesMentally Ill Offenders, Juveniles |
