Juvenile Detention

A First-Timer's Guide

von Jason Himes

268 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Juvenile detention can be one of the most frightening experiences in a teenager's life.For many young people, the fear comes from not knowing what to expect.Juvenile Detention: A First-Timer's Guide was written by someone who has been there. Instead of relying on television, rumors, or frightening stories, this compassionate and practical guide walks teenagers-and the adults who care about them-through the juvenile detention experience step by step.Inside you'll discover: What happens after sentencing and during intakeFingerprinting, photographs, medical screenings, and receiving facility clothing

Daily schedules, school, meals, recreation, hygiene, and housingPhone calls, visits, mail, and staying connected with familyLiving with other youth, avoiding conflict, and earning respectUnderstanding detention officers, teachers, counselors, nurses, attorneys, and probation officers

Managing fear, anger, anxiety, regret, and lonelinessMental health resources, coping skills, and asking for helpPreparing for release, returning home, probation, and rebuilding trustSetting goals, planning your future, and believing in yourself againThroughout the book you'll also find:

- Jason's Advice- Frequently Asked Questions- Myth vs. Reality sections- Helpful checklists- Honest answers to questions many teenagers are afraid to ask

Written in an encouraging, judgment-free style, this guide helps replace fear with understanding while reminding every reader of one important truth: One mistake does not define the rest of your life.Whether you're preparing to enter juvenile detention, supporting a child through the juvenile justice system, or simply trying to understand what comes next, Juvenile Detention: A First-Timer's Guide provides practical information, reassurance, and hope for the road ahead.

• ISBN: 9798185084168
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 01.07.2026
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Amazon Digital Services LLC - Kdp
• Illustrationen: Jason Himes