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Nobody made the connection: the prevalence of neurodisability in young people who offend
- Authors:
- HUGHES Nathan, et al
- Publisher:
- Office of the Children's Commissioner
- Publication year:
- 2012
- Pagination:
- 72p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Childhood neurodisability occurs when there is a compromise of the central or peripheral nervous system due to genetic, pre-birth or birth trauma, and/or injury or illness in childhood. This incorporates a wide range of specific neurodevelopmental disorders or conditions. This report presents a review of published evidence in relation to the following research questions: what is the prevalence of various neurodevelopmental disorders amongst young people within the youth justice system secure estate; and what are the key issues for policy and practice associated with these levels of prevalence? The review found that many young people currently in secure settings in England have undiagnosed neurodevelopmental conditions which have directly contributed to their offending behaviour. The report has several key audiences, from national government departments and bodies, to local strategic partnerships and agency leads, to practitioners working with young people with potential neurodevelopmental difficulties.
Supporting young people with neurodevelopmental impairment
- Authors:
- HUGHES Nathan, CHITSABESAN Prathiba
- Publisher:
- Centre for Crime and Justice Studies
- Publication year:
- 2015
- Pagination:
- 8
- Place of publication:
- London
Drawing on a range of research, this brief report discusses the over-representation of young people with neurodevelopmental impairment in the youth justice system. This includes young people with learning disabilities; specific learning disorders; communication disorders; attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD); autistic spectrum disorders; and foetal alcohol spectrum disorders. It explores factors contributing to the criminalisation of young people with neurodevelopmental conditions, such as misinterpretation of behaviours and the importance of early identification and intervention by professionals and services. The key recommendation of the report is that preventive practice in educational and family settings should be prioritised to prevent youth justice interventions. (Edited publisher abstract)