CMY2603
Assignment 1 Semester 1 2024
Detailed Solutions, References & Explanations
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Due Date: 2024
INTRODUCTION
The case study of Jake, a 15-year-old school learner, presents a complex and challenging
situation that many young people around the world can relate to. Jake's life is filled with
various stressors, ranging from familial and financial difficulties to exposure to violence and
bullying. His rebellious and non-conforming behavior, such as running away from home and
truancy from school, reflects the struggles he faces in his daily life. Additionally, Jake's
experimentation with substances and alcohol abuse are indicative of his attempt to cope
with the overwhelming stress and hardship he experiences. In this assignment, we will
explore Jake's situation through the concepts of status offences and the influence of
challenging circumstances on susceptibility to joining a gang. We will study learning units 2
and 3 in the study guide, as well as the chapters on 'risk factors pertaining to youth
offenders' and 'the nature and extent of child and youth misbehavior in South Africa' found
in the prescribed book, to gain an understanding of these concepts. Terms of use
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