Adolescents are the backbone of any nation. Their growth and development shape the society tomorrow.
Unfortunately, today’s teenagers become involved in many crimes. The consequences affect not only them but also the entire community. It signals a deeper social issue.
Juvenile crime is rising rapidly worldwide, including Bangladesh. This is no longer just a law and order issue- it is a pressing social and humanitarian crisis.
Juvenile Crime involves any illegal or antisocial behavior committed by individuals under the age of 18.
Crimes according to juvenile offenses- Drug use and trafficking, Theft and robbery, Physical assault and fighting, Sexual Violence, Gang involvement even murder.
Addressing Juvenile Crime is essential for building a safe and progressive society. Early intervention, education and community support can make a difference.
Problems
Every other day, headlines reveal something more shocking than the last- teenagers stealing, robbing even killing.
Reality is painful. Teenagers are going through a crisis- one that often begins silently inside homes and their minds.
In many cases Children grow up without emotional support. Even home isn’t a safe place for a child. On the other contrary, Digital world is not safe for them. Teens these days addicted with many kind of violent games. Which starts blur the real world to them. Without guidance and restrictions they starts to act what they see.
Besides that, controlancy matters. Giving excess freedom and restrictions can prove negative on teenagers.
On the top of the list, poverty and dropping schools leave many little hope for them,
Society should act as parents, teachers, leaders and communities before many are lost.
Teenagers not only society’s problem, they are nation’s dream.
Impact
Criminal involvement disrupts a teenager’s mental and social development.
They face the social exclusion and struggle to leave the criminal lifestyle.
Families experience shame, distress and existential crisis.
A criminal youth becomes a long-term burden on both family and nation.
Society risks losing productive citizens to crime and violence.
It fosters an atmosphere of insecurity, instability and intolerance.
Solutions
Provide mental support, love and quality time.
Foster open communication and friendship with teenagers.
Include moral education in the curriculum.
Encourage participation in extracurricular activities.
Appoint counselors and psychologists for regular mental health support.
Improve the standards and impact of juvenile correction centers.
Ensure child friendly practices during police interventions.
Juvenile crime cannot be addressed solely through punitive measures. With the right blend of compassion, opportunity and guidance, these young individuals can be redirected toward a brighter future.
