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S. R. Slavson

FROM THE COVER: Here is a personal account of the wise ways used to restore maladjusted children to normal lives. Some years ago, the author was called to an institution for disturbed children to end a riot that had been raging for six weeks. How he succeeded and effected a gradual change both on the part of the children and of the adults in charge is the heartening story Dr. Slavson tells. A stirring narrative, the book is also a clear exposition of the use of group techniques, the tools of social casework, and modern psychiatric theory. It will serve as a guide to experts in the field and to the intelligent layman concerned with understanding disturbed children.

COLLIER BOOKS. NEW YORK, N. Y. 1954. 252p.

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S. R. Slavson

INTRODUCTION: THE ESSENCE OF EFFECTIVENESS in psychotherapy lies in the proper matching of the patient's problems and personality with the treatment procedures suitable for correction. No craftsman can expect success in his work if he does not understand the potentials and limitations of the materials he employs. The good carpenter knows the best use to which he can put the various kinds and grades of wood, and the tailor knows which of the many textiles will serve different needs to obtain best results….

THE FREE PRESS, NEW YORK. Collier-Macmillan Limited, London. 1965. 781p.

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ROBERT R.ROSS AND ELIZABETH A. FABIANO

In this groundbreaking book, "A Time to Think," author dives deep into a comprehensive cognitive model for delinquency prevention and offender rehabilitation. Drawing on years of research and practical experience, the author presents a thought-provoking exploration of the cognitive processes that underlie criminal behavior.

Through a blend of theory and real-world examples, the book offers valuable insights into how individuals can reframe their thinking patterns to avoid delinquent behaviors and successfully reintegrate into society. With a focus on empowering individuals to take control of their thoughts and actions, "A Time to Think" provides a roadmap for reducing recidivism rates and promoting lasting rehabilitation.

A must-read for professionals in the fields of psychology, criminology, and social work, as well as anyone interested in understanding the complexities of delinquency and rehabilitation. "A Time to Think" challenges conventional wisdom and offers a fresh perspective on addressing one of society's most pressing issues.

Tennessee. Institute of Social Sciences and Arts, Inc.. 1985. 388p.

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By H. ASHLEY WEEKS, with a foreword by ERNEST W. BURGESS, and Commentaries by WELLMAN J. WARNER, G. HOWLAND SHAW, RICHARD L. JENKINS and WALTER RECKLESS

In "Youthful Offenders at Highfields," delve into a comprehensive exploration of the impact of short-term treatment on delinquent boys at Highfields, a renowned facility for young offenders. This meticulously researched evaluation sheds light on the effectiveness of interventions aimed at rehabilitating troubled adolescents. Through in-depth analysis and compelling case studies, this book offers valuable insights into the challenges and successes of addressing juvenile delinquency. A must-read for policymakers, practitioners, and academics interested in juvenile justice and rehabilitation.

Ann Arbor Paperbacks. The University of Michigan Press. 1963. 234p.

By Marvin E. Wolfgang

From Chapter 2: “Trying to unravel the skein of complexity called youth is itself a diffi- cult task. T o understand the meaning of violence, a most elusive and generic term, is equally challenging. To describe the combined concepts is acompounded problem. Even the best of our efforts to understand or to control the relationship between youth and violence is fraught with speculation. But to this imperfect description we still grope for ways to treat, process, handle, and control the youth who are violent or appear headed for violent behavior. Among the problems involved in this combined analysis is the ab. sence of sufficient and valid kinds of scientific data. Operational defini- tions of youth violence are not clear, rigorous, or precise except in official police and juvenile court statistics, and these are subject to sam- pling bias and other limits ontheir validity.”

Social and Rehabilitation Service, Youth Development and Delinquency Prevention Administration. 1970. 95p.

By Jimmy Boyle

From the Introduction: “…In writing the book in a manner thatexpresses all the hatred and rage that I felt at the time of the experiences,especially the latterpart, I have been told that I lose the sympathy of the reader and that this isn't wise for someonewho is stillowned by the State anddependent on the authorities for a paroledate. The book is a genuine attempt to warn young people that there si nothing glamorous about getting in- volvedincrimeand violence. Ifeel that the only way any real progress can be made in this direction is through havinga better understanding ofit and the only way this will be achieved si by putting our cards on the table, and this I've tried hard to do. Idon'tfeel that sympathy or popularity contests have anything to do with it.”

London. Cannongate Publishing. 1977. 258p. Book contains mark-up

By .J Robert Weber and Carson Custer.

“A curious feature of the literature on youth involvement is that most of it is an exhortation to involve youth and very little deals with description of actual practice or an evaluation of the effectiveness of youth involvement in relation to goal achievement. It is almost as if youth ought to participate because it would be "good" for them. Sometimes it is implied that youth involvement would be "good" for adults. At other times youth involvement sounds like a strategy to shift decision-making power in such a manner that would enhance the writer's viewpoint.

Information Review on Crime and Delinquency. NCCD Vol.1. No.9. 1969. 39p.