Eligibility
Juvenile Mental Health Diversion: Protecting Kids' Futures Through Treatment
For young people, one arrest can shape a life. Juvenile diversion aims to make sure it doesn't.
How juvenile diversion differs
Juvenile systems already emphasize rehabilitation. Mental health diversion adds clinical assessment, family therapy and school coordination.
Families' role
Parents usually participate in planning and treatment. Their support is often central to approval.
Frequently asked questions
Are juvenile records confidential?
Generally more protected than adult records, though rules vary by state.
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