All these conditions tend to increase the probability of a child committing a criminal act, although a direct causal relationship has not yet been established Most theories of juvenile delinquency have focused on children from disadvantaged families, ignoring the fact that children from affluent homes also commit crimes...
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The latter may commit crimes because of the lack of adequate parental control, delays in achieving adult status, and hedonistic tendencies. All theories, however, are tentative and are subject to criticism. I ask if these theories should be an excuse? Children's offenses typically include delinquent acts, which would be considered crimes if committed by adults...
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