“Getting tough on juveniles” may be one approach to attempting to correct the increase in delinquent behavior in juveniles, but I believe the best way to correct is through prevention. I feel if a child is properly reared and taught right from wrong from the beginning, then he or she will make the correct decision when a delinquent opportunity arises. There are numerous characteristics that parents must bestow on a child to ensure the child …showed first 75 words of 386 total…

…showed last 75 words of 386 total…activities. In conclusion, I feel that instead of focusing on harsher punishments for juveniles, we need to work on prevention. Beginning at birth and rearing a child correctly with love and support will increase a child’s self-esteem and help them better understand the difference between right and wrong. In addition, a child’s education will enable them to know what choices to make in life, choices that can change their life in an instant.