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The Growing Problem of Youth Crimes in Malaysia |
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In recent years, youth crimes in Malaysia have been on the rise. Unfortunately,
these crimes are becoming more violent and alarming. It is shocking to learn
that young people are responsible for 40% of crimes committed today, such as
theft, burglary, robbery, and fighting.
There are various factors that contribute to youth crimes, including poor
academic performance, truancy and school exclusion, deprivation due to poor
housing or homelessness, and peer pressure. Family factors, such as a troubled
home life, poor parental supervision, criminal parents or siblings, parental
abuse or neglect, and the quality of the parent-child relationship, also play a
role.
However, parents often refuse to take responsibility for their child's actions
and instead blame the system and others for their child's criminal behavior.
Lack of parental attention can lead teenagers to join the wrong crowd and be
influenced to commit crimes. Youth criminals often do this to fit into the group
or to listen to the group leader.
The government has made tackling youth crimes a priority. Major changes have
been introduced to the youth justice system, along with preventive measures, to
reduce offending by young people. These prevention efforts include substance
abuse education and treatment, family counseling, youth mentoring, parenting
education, educational support, and youth sheltering. These efforts come under
the delinquency prevention program, which aims to prevent youth from becoming
involved in criminal or other anti-social activities.
Governments are recognizing the importance of allocating resources for the
prevention of delinquency. Organizations, communities, and governments are
working together to prevent juvenile delinquency, as it is often difficult for
states to provide the fiscal resources necessary for good prevention.
Schools play a significant role in preventing youth crimes. A school-based
program has been initiated to provide support and advice to young people aimed
at improving behavior and reducing truancy. When students show greater interest
in their studies, they are less likely to be influenced by bad company. Some
youth centers impose a requirement for parents to attend counseling and guidance
sessions where they receive help in dealing with their children.
Youth offending teams are also an important part of the strategy to deal with
youth crime. These teams include representatives from the police, social
services, health, education, and housing. They identify the needs of each young
offender and the risks they pose to others. This enables them to identify
suitable programs to address the needs of the young person so they can be
rehabilitated.
In conclusion, the rise of youth crimes in Malaysia is a serious concern.
Preventive measures are essential to address the root causes of youth crimes.
Parents, schools, communities, and the government must work together to prevent
youth from becoming involved in criminal or other anti-social activities. |
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