The University of Central Lancashire has developed the program, which is used instead of paper-based work.
Katie Taylor, project leader at the university, said: We use a rich mix of audio and graphics and visual effects. Its almost like a game, but the information is behind it, and it is a way of the case worker engaging with the young person.Nigel Holt, youth offending team worker, worked with the university to develop the program. By developing a computer-based program we are able to engage young people and get them to open up and think about their actions in ways the traditional paper-based system did not allow, he said.
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