The first chapter of the manual introduces key issues and definitions in the study of juvenile delinquency. The second chapter examines various methods commonly used to measure the nature and incidence of juvenile delinquency. Consideration is paid to juvenile arrest rates in order to show how juvenile crime patterns have evolved in the 1980's. Subsequent chapters cover social forces related to juvenile delinquency, classical and positivist views of juvenile delinquency, social structure theory, social process theories, labeling theory, conflict theory, and female delinquency. Other chapters consider the role of the family, peers, and schools in juvenile delinquency. Final chapters examine the juvenile justice system, the history and philosophy of juvenile justice, juvenile courts, police work with juveniles, early court processing, juvenile trial and disposition, community treatment of juvenile offenders, and institutionalization and aftercare. An answer key to the questions is included.