What factors can cause young people to become involved with crime?
Often, involvement in crime can be learned behaviour from family members already involved in criminal activity, or some families may turn a blind eye to crime - or even gang involvement - because they need the extra financial support that can come with criminal activity. But one of the key reasons young people become involved in crime is that they lack family support and appropriate role models.
Strong family relationships - with the sense of belonging and acceptance these bring - are crucial in keeping young people away from crime. When these relationships are absent, especially for young people living in care, it is easier for young people to become involved in crime. School can also be an important factor. If young people are finding it difficult, missing lessons or being labelled as "naughty" or "bad", crime can become more appealing as they seek success or gratification elsewhere.
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