Date of Award

Spring 2-27-2024

Embargo Period

4-28-2024

Document Type

Dissertation

Degree Name

Doctor of Health Administration

Department

Health Administration

College

College of Health Professions

First Advisor

Kit Simpson

Second Advisor

Jillian Harvey

Third Advisor

Jami Jones

Abstract

The justice system for young people in the United States has been a source of worry as more people acknowledge the possible adverse outcomes of involvement in the justice system during adolescence. Involvement with law enforcement can lead to various difficulties for young people, such as heightened susceptibility to psychological problems, interruptions in their education, and reduced prospects for achievement in the future. Hence, it is crucial to understand the interplays between the health care for juveniles referred by courts or law enforcement for hospital care to identify opportunities for process and outcome improvements. The interaction between juveniles and the criminal justice system has garnered noteworthy consideration in contemporary times owing to its impact on the welfare and growth of young people. Documenting the trends of juvenile admittance and release between medical care and law enforcement is vital in creating efficient policies and interventions to meet their requirements and diminish their engagement in the legal system. This study aims to provide statistics regarding adolescents taken into custody by law enforcement who required hospital care in Florida. The analysis will concentrate on the instances where these youths, ages 10-18, were brought to the emergency department or admitted to a hospital in 2018.

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