Describe some practical approaches and programs suggested by developmental and life course theorists.

What will be an ideal response?


Developmental and life course theorists often recommend programs and early intervention intended to help prevent and control crime. These programs might target parenting skills or anger management, or they may be after-school programs targeted at keeping youth off the streets. Most developmental and life course theorists would embrace a correctional strategy stressing selective incapacitation. However, many warn that such an approach is fraught with difficulties and that it might be better to focus on prevention rather than incapacitation.

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