Gina Vincent, Ph.D. contributes to Free On-Demand Series - Academic Success for At-Risk Youth

Juvenile court decision-makers are often faced with the task of determining whether such behaviors might occur in the future and whether the risk is sufficiently great that some sort of intervention is necessary. This session will explain why screening and assessment for risk and mental health are best used together by child-serving agencies when planning the most effective course of action for individual youth. Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:

· Define the difference between screening and assessment

· List at least three ways in which adolescent development affects offending behavior

· Describe how risk assessment aids intervention decisions for youth

· Provide at least three criteria for selecting an evidence based tool

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