PREVENTIVE ASPECTS OF CRIME AMONG SCHOOLCHILDREN
Keywords:
Juvenile delinquency, schoolchildren, crime prevention, juvenile offenders, educational programs, family violence, interagency cooperation, rehabilitation, early intervention, social adaptationAbstract
The article analyzes preventive directions in combating crime among schoolchildren based on domestic and international experience. The main causes and factors contributing to juvenile delinquency among students are examined, including family, socio-economic, psychological, and technological aspects. Special attention is paid to statistical analysis of crime dynamics among students in Uzbekistan from 2020 to 2025. Effective prevention programs implemented in developed countries (USA, UK, Finland, Australia, Singapore) are reviewed, including educational programs, family support services, interagency cooperation, and the use of modern technologies. The author proposes a comprehensive approach to crime prevention
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