NCJ Number
91123
Journal
Journal of Adolescence Volume: 6 Issue: 2 Dated: (June 1983) Pages: 161-174
Date Published
1983
Length
14 pages
Annotation
This paper reports results of a survey, based on previous Scottish studies, of the drinking behavior of 100 English Borstal trainees. A large proportion of the young offenders -- 38 percent -- reported drinking immediately before committing either their present or a previous offense.
Abstract
While little evidence for different criminal behavior in this 'alcohol group' was found, substantial differences in drinking behavior were reported and examined. These differences included amount typically drunk, frequency of drunkenness, and motivation for drinking. While a direct causal relationship between alcohol and crime remains to be satisfactorily proved, the present results strongly indicate the need for alcohol treatment programs in young offender establishments. Tables, footnotes, and about 24 references are provided. (Author abstract modified)