juvenile delinquency

The  structure and dynamics of a family unit have been attributed to reasons  why some juveniles participate in delinquent activities. While not  always the case, the unique characteristics associated with family  structure are believed to have significant impacts on decisions related  to participation in juvenile delinquency.

In your initial  response, identify and explain three characteristics related to family  structure that might explain why a juvenile decides to participate in or  avoid delinquency. From the three characteristics you selected,  identify the one that you believe has the biggest impact on juvenile  delinquency decisions. Briefly explain why you believe this single  characteristic is more important than others.

Initial posts must be a  minimum of 350 words not counting the repeating of the question or  reference list, and incorporate material from at least two (2) cited  sources