What Have Studies Found Regarding the Extent to Which Youth

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Essay

What have studies found regarding the extent to which youth involved in the criminal justice system suffer from mental health and substance abuse problems? What are some of the approaches and theories that are being applied in the effort to help young offenders who have these problems?

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Definitions:

Diabetes

A chronic condition where the body is unable to properly process glucose, leading to high blood sugar levels.

Sleep Diary

A record kept over a period of time that tracks the quantity and quality of one’s sleep to help diagnose sleep disorders.

Sleep-Rest Patterns

Describes the consistency and quality of an individual's periods of sleep and wakefulness over a 24-hour period.

Sleep-Wakefulness Patterns

The cycle of natural rest and activity periods, including deep sleep, REM sleep, and wakefulness, regulated by the body's internal clock.