The Effect of Life-Course Transitions on Delinquent Behavior among Youth in Social Withdrawal Situation |
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Authors: | Gloria Hong-yee Chan |
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Institution: | City University of Hong Kong Kowloon Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong |
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Abstract: | This study investigates whether young people in social withdrawal situations pass through life-course transitional events, and examines the relationship among their life-course transitions, quality of life, and delinquent behavior. To achieve these aims, quantitative analysis was used. A total of 588 young people in social withdrawal situations took part in this study. Results suggest that these people do pass through life-course transitions; their life-course events affect whether they will engage in delinquent behavior. Also, the effect of life-course transitions of these young people on their involvement in delinquent behavior is partly impacted by their quality of life. |
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