CMY2603
Assignment 1
Semester 2
2024 - DUE 27
August 2024
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Child and Youth Misbehaviour in South Africa
CMY2603 Assignment 1 COMPLETE ANSWERS) Semester 2 2024 - DUE 27
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QUESTION 1 Youth sex offenders are classified between those who sexually
offend against adults or their peers and those who sexually offend against
children. Provide a comparison between the two categories of youth sex
offenders by including the following elements in your discussion. • Types of
victims • Offence patterns • Social and behavioural patterns • Criminal history
CMY2603/102/2/2024 4 When discussing the youth sex offender, incorporate
the characteristics (i.e. age, family environment, intellectual and educational
features, social development, victim-offender relationship, prior victimisation,
and gender of youth sex offenders) in your discussion where applicable.
NOTE: Comparisons should be fully discussed in a written format. Lists,
tables, figures, or diagrams are not allowed. (15 marks) 3.1 QUESTION 2
Various forms of violence can occur within the family home, ranging from
sibling abuse to parent abuse and murder. Briefly explain what parental abuse
and murder entail as part of family violence. Provide two examples of such
cases, supported by sources.
Question 1: Comparison of Youth Sex Offenders
Youth sex offenders can be grouped into two main categories: those who commit offenses
against adults or peers and those who target younger children. These two groups differ
significantly in terms of the victims they choose, their patterns of offending, their social and
behavioral tendencies, and their criminal histories. A thorough comparison of these elements
helps to highlight the distinctive traits and motivations of these offenders.
Types of Victims:
Youth offenders who prey on adults or peers usually choose victims who are close to their own
age or slightly older. These victims are often people the offender knows socially, such as
classmates, neighbors, or friends. In contrast, those who target children generally select much
younger victims, who are often physically and emotionally more vulnerable. These victims might
include younger siblings, cousins, or other children in the community, making them easier to
manipulate or intimidate.
Offense Patterns:
Offenders who attack adults or peers often act on impulse, taking advantage of opportunities
