Select two case studies (given below) and write paper that addresses the following bulleted items relative to each case study:

What theory best explains why the juvenile profiled is engaging in delinquent behavior?

Explain the theory in detail.

Explain why this theory best explains the juvenile’s delinquent behavior.

What sociological and psychological variables are there in the case study?

Based on your selected theory, develop two potential interventions for the juvenile that are appropriate for the specific cultural circumstance.

Choose one of your two developed interventions to be the best choice, explaining why. As you address each bullet outlined and consider each case, you will also need to think critically about the uniqueness of the specific culture, how the people involved in the situation are communicating within the culture in which the situation is occurring, and take into account variables of the specific culture.

Case Study: Justin is a 16-year-old African-American boy. He lives in a poor neighborhood, comes from a broken home and the only bright spot in his life is school. He does very well when he attends. Attending is difficult for him as he has to take care of his siblings while his mom works a couple of jobs. He is starting to participate in gang activity to make money to help his mother financially. He was recently picked up by the police for stealing.

Case Study: Ryan is a 14-year-old Hispanic teenager. He lives in a two parent home. They are middle class. His father engages in domestic violence against his mother frequently. He also has two brothers who also have issues with violence. He was recently arrested for assault at his school. He does not like school. The domestic violence is a secret in their home and has never been disclosed to his friends.