______ courts focus on social issues that emerge in the traditional court system but that cannot be adequately dealt with through traditional court means and sanctions.

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Therapeutic courts (or problem-solving courts) focus on addressing underlying issues such as mental health, substance abuse, or poverty that contribute to criminal behavior. They provide alternatives to traditional punishment and seek to rehabilitate offenders while also reducing recidivism. Teen and juvenile courts typically deal specifically with youth offenders, while drug courts focus on substance abuse issues. Therefore, the best choice is C) Therapeutic.

______ Courts Focus on Social Issues That Emerge in the Traditional