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Juvenile Justice

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Juvenile Justice Guide

The Connecticut Juvenile Justice System: A Guide for Youth & Families (May 2008)

This guide explains the juvenile justice system and helps parents understand and access needed services for their children.  Also available in Spanish.

Connecticut Sistema De Justicia Juvenil: Una Guia Para Jovenes Y Familias

Connecticut Sistema De Justicia Juvenil: Una Guia Para Jovenes Y Familias (May 2008)

Esta guía explica el sistema de justicia juvenil y ayuda a los padres a entender y tener acceso a los servicios necesarios para ayudar a sus hijos.

Endangered Youth: A Report on Suicide Among Adolescents

ENDANGERED YOUTH: A Report on Suicide Among Adolescents Involved with the Child Welfare and Juvenile (Jan 2006)

This report examines suicide among adolescents involved with Connecticut’s child welfare and juvenile justice systems.

Not Just Child's Play

NOT JUST CHILD'S PLAY: The Role of Behavioral Health Screening and Assessment in the Connecticut Juv (Oct 2005)

This report describes how behavioral health screening and assessment can help children and their families to overcome problems such as depression, substance abuse, and trauma.

Close to Home

CLOSE TO HOME: Behavioral Health Services for Children in CT's Juvenile Justice System (Feb 2003)

The culmination of a study of behavioral health resources available to children in Connecticut’s juvenile justice system, this report offers an analysis of current services and makes recommendations for system enhancements.