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Why should early problem behavior not by neglected?

Correct answer: D. All of the above

  • A. Early interventions may be costly, but they are more cost effective than ignoring the problem- this would result in higher costs of society for dealing with delinquent children later in life
  • B. If acted on interventions can be effective at reducing future delinquency
  • C. It is predictive of later more serious behavior
  • D. All of the above

Explanation

Early problem behavior predicts more serious delinquency, and timely intervention can reduce that risk. Although intervention has an immediate cost, it is usually less costly than dealing with persistent delinquency later, so all three statements support action.

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