Question 1

Zero tolerance policies have been shown to be extremely effective in preventing acts of school violence.

Accepted Answer

While zero tolerance policies have been implemented in many schools as a response to school violence, research has shown that these policies may not be effective in preventing such incidents. In fact, some studies suggest that zero tolerance policies can result in disproportionately harsh punishments, particularly for students of color and students with disabilities, and may actually contribute to a school-to-prison pipeline.

Question 2

Define zero tolerance policies and discuss some of the problems related to these policies.

Accepted Answer

Zero tolerance policies mandate the enforcement of predetermined consequences most often severe and punitive in nature which are intended to be applied regardless of seri- ousness mitigating circumstances or situational context.Problems identified include: students of color are disproportionately disciplined using these policies; may be develop- mentally inappropriate for adolescents e.g.interfere with adolescents' ability to meet their unique developmental needs such as forming close peer relationships autonomy identity formation support from adults other than one's parents and academic self-efficacy); such policies have not increased the consistency of school discipline schools with higher rates of suspension and expulsion appear to have less satisfactory ratings of school climate e.g.conducive to learning); and data are mixed regarding the extent to which parents actually support zero tolerance policies.

Question 3

While rehabilitation is more effective than incarceration in reducing recidivism it is often very expensive and thus a poorer option.

Accepted Answer

Rehabilitation, despite its upfront costs, can be more cost-effective in the long run compared to incarceration. It addresses the root causes of criminal behavior, leading to lower recidivism rates and, consequently, reduced costs associated with repeated imprisonment and crime.

Question 4

What is restorative justice?

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

What are the three types of waivers for juveniles?

Accepted Answer

The question is based on a misunderstanding. There are not specifically "three types of waivers for juveniles" universally applicable across all jurisdictions. The process and types of waivers that allow for juveniles to be tried as adults vary significantly by jurisdiction, including judicial waiver, prosecutorial discretion, and statutory exclusion, among others, but the exact categorization and availability depend on the specific legal system in question.

Question 6

Discuss with a group your views in the rehabilitation vs.incarceration debate.Support your position with evidence where possible.

Accepted Answer

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Question 7

The research regarding gender and cyberbullying behavior definitively indicates that males are significantly more likely than females to be perpetrators of cyberbullying.

Accepted Answer

Research on gender and cyberbullying behavior does not definitively indicate that males are significantly more likely than females to be perpetrators of cyberbullying. Studies have found varying results, with some suggesting that females may engage in cyberbullying at similar or even higher rates than males, depending on the context and definition of cyberbullying used.

Question 8

Although cyberbullying victimization has been associated with an increased risk of suicidal behavior individuals who are both victims and perpetrators of cyberbullying are at the lowest risk for such behavior.

Accepted Answer

This statement is incorrect. Individuals who are both victims and perpetrators of cyberbullying are actually at the highest risk for suicidal behavior.

Question 9

Most individuals who make a threat of engaging in school violence go on to carry out that threat in a violent way.

Accepted Answer

Research shows that only a small percentage of individuals who make a threat of engaging in school violence actually go on to carry out that threat in a violent way. Many factors can influence whether someone actually acts on a threat, including access to weapons, social support, and intervention from authorities. It is important to take any threat seriously and to follow appropriate protocols for threat assessment and management.

Deck 6: Juvenilefamily Forensics