Children and the Law
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The study and practice of juvenile law is inherently interdisciplinary--a successful practitioner must understand not only the legal implications in the field, but also have a solid grounding in child psychology, child development, neuroscience, sociology, criminology, and social work. The best child-advocates in the law have a firm familiarity with and understanding of the value these other disciplines provide. Children and the Law is a unique coursebook that will revolutionize the way students
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This comprehensive guide to juvenile law offers an interdisciplinary approach that integrates legal principles with essential insights from child psychology, development, and social sciences. Rather than presenting law in isolation, the text demonstrates how successful child advocacy requires understanding the whole child—their cognitive development, social context, and psychological needs. The material bridges courtroom procedure with real-world application, showing how legal decisions impact young lives beyond the verdict. This foundational resource transforms traditional legal education by connecting statutes to the developmental realities of childhood.
What distinguishes this coursebook is its revolutionary framework that prepares future attorneys to become truly effective advocates for young clients. By weaving together criminology, neuroscience, and social work perspectives, it creates practitioners who can navigate the complex ecosystem surrounding children in legal systems. Law students will emerge with more than case knowledge—they'll possess the contextual understanding necessary to argue for developmentally appropriate outcomes. This holistic methodology ultimately serves the most vulnerable population in our justice system by creating advocates who see children as more than just cases.
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