Risk factors put juveniles in greater risk of becoming delinquent while protective factors insulate a juvenile from becoming delinquent.

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Risk factors (such as poverty, drug use, family conflict, etc.) increase the likelihood of juvenile delinquency, while protective factors (such as a stable home environment, positive relationships with adults, involvement in extracurricular activities, etc.) decrease the likelihood of juvenile delinquency.

Risk Factors Put Juveniles in Greater Risk of Becoming Delinquent