The result of the "child-saving movement" was to extend government intervention over youth behavior.

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The child-saving movement of the late 19th and early 20th centuries aimed to protect children from perceived dangers in society, such as poverty and delinquency. This led to increased government intervention in the form of child labor laws, compulsory education, and juvenile justice systems aimed at reforming youthful offenders.

The Result of the "Child-Saving Movement" Was to Extend Government