This study examined risk factors for reoffending by youth in grandparent-headed homes
and those in parent-headed homes. Using data abstracted from the juvenile justice
records of youth in a variety of living arrangements, we compared the records of 29
youth living in grandparent-headed homes with those of 37 youth living in parent-headed
homes. Youth in grandparent-headed homes were significantly more likely to have risk
factors and needs associated with reoffending. The findings suggest that youth in
grandparent-headed homes are at greater risk for reoffending and that factors predisposing
youth in grandparent-headed homes to reoffend may differ from those that predispose
youth in non-grandparent-headed homes.
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