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Effectiveness of a Comprehensive Contingency Program for Delinquent Adolescents

NCJ Number
125667
Journal
Journal of Offender Counseling, Services and Rehabilitation Volume: 15 Issue: 2 Dated: (1990) Pages: 69-86
Author(s)
M D Traver; R M Oerex; W R Rule
Date Published
1990
Length
18 pages
Annotation
The present study is the result of an effort to measure the effectiveness of a comprehensive contingency program implemented in a learning center designed for adjudicated juveniles.
Abstract
The evaluation, spanning a 3-year period, measured offense behavior and student performance within both residential and school settings. The results were largely significant. Conclusions, implications, and suggestions for change were discussed. 9 references. (Author abstract)