Question 1

This type of juvenile court disposition provides legal authoritization for out-of-home placement of the youth.

Accepted Answer

A commitment is a juvenile court disposition that provides legal authorization for out-of-home placement of the youth. This can include placement in a group home, residential treatment center, or juvenile detention facility depending on the circumstances of the case. A judicial waiver allows the case to be transferred to adult court, emancipation is when a minor is legally declared an adult, and legal confirmation is not a recognized juvenile court disposition.

Question 2

__________ means to transfer legal cusoty from the parents to a state agency such as the juvenile court or department of corrections.

Accepted Answer

Commitment refers to the transfer of legal custody from parents to a state agency, such as the juvenile court or department of corrections. Judicial waiver refers to transferring a juvenile's case from juvenile court to criminal court. Emancipation refers to the process of a minor being granted legal independence from their parents before reaching the age of majority. Legal confirmation is not a legal term and therefore not applicable to this question.

Question 3

"A short-term facility that provides temporary care in a physically restricting environment for juveniles in custody pending court disposition and, often, for juveniles who are adjudicated delinquent and awaiting disposition or placement elsewhere, or are awaiting transfer to another jurisdiction" (Sickmund et al. 2017).

Accepted Answer

The description given fits that of a detention center, which is a short-term facility where juveniles are held in custody while waiting for court disposition or placement elsewhere. Group homes and residential treatment centers are not typically physically restricting environments, and long-term secure facilities are not necessarily short-term or temporary.

Question 4

"A long-term facility in which residents are allowed extensive contact with the community, such as attending school or holding a job" (Sickmund et al. 2017).

Accepted Answer

A group home typically allows residents to have more contact with the community, attend activities outside of the home, and potentially hold a job or attend school. A detention center and long-term secure facility usually have restricted contact with the community, while a residential treatment center typically focuses on treatment and therapy rather than community integration.

Question 5

"A facility that focuses on providing some type of individually planned treatment program for youth (substance abuse, sex offender, mental health, etc.) in conjunction with residential care. Such facilities generally require specific licensing by the state that may require that treatment provided is Medicaid-reimbursable …" (Sickmund et al. 2017).

Accepted Answer

The description of the facility fits that of a residential treatment center, which provides individually planned treatment programs for youth for various issues such as substance abuse, mental health, or sex offender treatment. Residential treatment centers require state licensing that may also involve Medicaid reimbursement. Detention centers, group homes, and long-term secure facilities do not necessarily offer such treatment programs as their primary focus.

Question 6

"A specialized type of facility that provides strict confinement for its residents. Includes training schools, reformatories, and juvenile correctional facilities" (Sickmund et al. 2017).

Accepted Answer

The description provided fits a long-term secure facility, which includes training schools, reformatories, and juvenile correctional facilities. Detention centers typically provide shorter-term confinement, group homes focus on providing care and support, and residential treatment centers provide therapy and treatment services.

Question 7

The one-day count of the Census of Juveniles in Residential Placement (CJRP) in 2015 revealed that there were about __________ youth committed to residential correctional facilities as a result of being adjudicated delinquent (Sickmund et al. 2017)

Accepted Answer

According to the CJRP in 2015, there were approximately 31,000 juveniles committed to residential correctional facilities as a result of being adjudicated delinquent.

Question 8

The CJRP also shows that a substantial proportion of these youth-almost 80 percent-were placed in residential facilities for delinquent offenses.

Accepted Answer

The sentence states that a substantial proportion of youth were placed in residential facilities for delinquent offenses, indicating that almost 80 percent were placed in such facilities. Therefore, the statement is true.

Question 9

The Census of Juveniles in Residential Placement (CJRP) reports that almost two-thirds of all residential placements are in what two types of facilities?

Accepted Answer

The answer of The Census of Juveniles in Residential Placement...

Question 10

A juvenile correctional facility that closely constrains and monitors residents' activities and restricts their access to the community is described as:

Accepted Answer

A juvenile correctional facility that closely constrains and monitors residents' activities and restricts their access to the community is described as secure. This term is used to describe facilities that prioritize safety and security measures to prevent escapes, violence, or other disturbances from occurring. It is important to note that some critics argue that such facilities can be repressive rather than rehabilitative, which may have negative impacts on juvenile offenders' long-term outcomes.

Question 11

What is the most common type of juvenile custodial institution?

Accepted Answer

State training schools or juvenile correctional institutions are the most common type of juvenile custodial institution. Foster homes and group homes are less restrictive options, and psychiatric hospitals are typically used for youth with severe mental health issues.

Question 12

A facility that focuses on providing some type of individually-planned treatment program for youth (substance abuse, sex offender, mental health, etc.) in conjunction with residential care is called a:

Accepted Answer

A residential treatment center provides a variety of individually-planned treatment programs for youth in conjunction with residential care. This type of facility may focus on substance abuse, sex offender treatment, mental health services, and more. Long-term secure facilities are more focused on custody and confinement, while reception/diagnostic centers provide short-term evaluation and assessment. Detention centers serve more as holding facilities for youth awaiting court appearances.

Question 13

Residential treatment centers are considered less restrictive and more therapeutic than custodial institutions.

Accepted Answer

Residential treatment centers are designed to provide a therapeutic environment for individuals who need intensive, long-term care for mental health issues, substance abuse, or other behavioral problems. These facilities are less restrictive than custodial institutions, such as prisons or juvenile detention centers, and focus on healing and rehabilitation rather than punishment or containment. Residential treatment centers typically offer a range of services, including individual and group counseling, medication management, skill-building activities, and education or vocational training, all aimed at helping individuals recover and transition back to their communities.

Question 14

What is the group home model in which a married couple directs the treatment program and have broad and extensive responsibilities, including supervising the activities of the youth, correcting problem behaviors and teaching appropriate behavior, and developing positive relationships with parents, juvenile court personnel, and social service and mental health agencies?

Accepted Answer

The description matches the teaching-parents model, which involves a married couple serving as parent figures and actively participating in the treatment program. They provide guidance, supervision, and support to the youth and work closely with other agencies involved in the youth's care. A is incorrect because substitute parents typically only provide short-term care and are not as involved in the treatment program. C and D are not commonly used terms in the group home model.

Question 15

Across different types of offenses, _______, _______, and _______ youth make up a disproportionate percentage of youth committed to residential placement.

Accepted Answer

According to research, males, black, and Hispanic youth are overrepresented in residential placement across different types of offenses. This is often attributed to racial and ethnic disparities in the juvenile justice system. Option A and B are incorrect as they do not include the most overrepresented groups. Option D is also incorrect as Asian youth are actually underrepresented in the juvenile justice system.

Question 16

Evaluation research shows two types of residential treatment programs to be most effective:

Accepted Answer

Interpersonal skill programs focus on teaching individuals how to effectively interact with others and communicate their needs in healthy ways. Teaching family homes involve placing youth with families who have been specifically trained to provide therapeutic care and structure. Both of these approaches have shown effectiveness in promoting positive outcomes in residential treatment. The other options listed (B, C, and D) have not shown consistent evidence of effectiveness in research.

Question 17

Farmer and her colleagues (2017) identify four fundamental aspects of quality of care: self determination, freedom, staff pay, and rural setting.

Accepted Answer

Farmer and her colleagues (2017) do not identify self determination, freedom, staff pay, and rural setting as fundamental aspects of quality of care.

Question 18

The Juvenile Residential Facility Census (JRFC) gathers data on how facilities operate and the services they provide, including level of security

Accepted Answer

The statement is true, the Juvenile Residential Facility Census collects information on the operation and services provided by juvenile facilities, including level of security.

Question 19

_______________ involves the provision of services that are intended to help youths successfully make the transition from residential placement to life back in the community.

Accepted Answer

Aftercare services are specifically designed to support juveniles who are transitioning from a residential facility back into their community. These services may include counseling, mentoring, educational and vocational training, and various types of support designed to help young people succeed in their new environment.

Question 20

Evaluation research shows that the intensive aftercare program (IAP) significantly reduce recidivism.

Accepted Answer

Evaluation research on the effectiveness of intensive aftercare programs (IAP) in reducing recidivism has shown mixed results, with some studies indicating no significant impact.

Quiz 12: Residential Placement and Aftercare Programs