Caseworkers Continue to Argue That More Formal Proceedings Result in Greater

question 42

Multiple Choice

Caseworkers continue to argue that more formal proceedings result in greater _____ of juveniles, possibly resulting in more negative self-concepts and eventually in careers as adult offenders.

• A) labeling
• B) institutionalization
• C) stigmatization
• D) treatment

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