Abstract

ABSTRACT Objective Examine the relationship between sociodemographic and forensic characteristics and alcohol and smoking rates, substance use and delinquency profiles in children. Methods One hundred and five children dragged into crime were evaluated via unstructured interviews and data form. Results Substance use was found significantly higher in children which have family history of substance use. Suicidal attempts were significantly higher in children with history of substance use. Recidivism rates was found significantly higher in children with alcohol or substance use. Conclusion Children dragged into crime are more vulnerable to use substances and more prone to their negative impacts.

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