Routledge - The Life-Course of Serious and Violent Youth Grown Up

This academic volume provides a deep look into the lives of individuals involved in chronic and violent offending. By addressing significant gaps in existing literature, the book offers a unique perspective on how youth offending patterns evolve as individuals enter adulthood. Based on twenty years of data from the Incarcerated Serious and Violent Young Offender Study (ISVYOS), this research uses a longitudinal approach to challenge common perceptions regarding offending outcomes. The work is built on a foundation of theoretically grounded and methodologically sophisticated research, making it a valuable resource for those studying criminal behavior. Whether you are a researcher, student, or professional in the field of law and criminology, this study provides empirical evidence derived from a long-term follow-up. It offers essential insights into the origins and trajectories of serious youth offenders, providing a level of detail that only a two-decade study can deliver.