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APPROACHES TO COMBATING JUVENILE DELINQUENCY THROUGH GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING IN KOGI STATE SECONDARY SCHOOLS

Isabella Grace Martinez
Published 21 January 2026
Vol. 14, No. 1 (2026)
pp. 1-20
CC BY 4.0
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    Isabella Grace Martinez
    Department of Educational Psychology, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
    CA

Juvenile delinquency, characterized by children’s offenses, misconduct, or criminal behavior, has become a growing concern in Nigeria. Despite the existence of societal norms and efforts by educators, religious leaders, and moral instructors to instill ethical values, many youths continue to engage in deviant behaviors. The prevalence of juvenile delinquency has attracted widespread attention in media, academic discussions, and public discourse, reflecting the anxiety of society over its implications. This study explores the role of guidance and counselling approaches in addressing juvenile delinquency within senior secondary schools, emphasizing interventions that promote moral development, behavioral correction, and social reintegration. By highlighting effective strategies and preventive measures, the study aims to provide insights for educators, counsellors, and policymakers to mitigate delinquent behaviors among youths and foster responsible citizenship.

JournalArtificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Data Science Journal
ISSN3064-8270
Volume / IssueVol. 14, No. 1 (2026)
Pages1-20
Published21 January 2026
DOI10.5281/zenodo.19595142
Access Open Access
LicenseCC BY 4.0 — reuse with attribution
PublisherKeith Publications
Martinez, I. (2026). APPROACHES TO COMBATING JUVENILE DELINQUENCY THROUGH GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING IN KOGI STATE SECONDARY SCHOOLS. Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Data Science Journal, Vol. 14 No. 1, pp. 1-20. DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19595142

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