Discuss the Case of Ashley Smith in Light of Skowyra

question 48

Essay

Discuss the case of Ashley Smith in light of Skowyra and Cocozza's (2007) Blueprint for Change: A comprehensive model for the identification and treatment of youth with mental health needs in contact with the youth justice system. Could her death have been prevented?

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