From Shijonawate Gakuen High School in Osaka City,High school cooperation centerIn response to the following questions, Professor Nakayama, Department of Criminal Psychology, Faculty of Psychology, responded in writing.After that, there was an online survey application, so I answered it on the afternoon of October 10th via zoom.
1. Progress and purpose of the investigation
At our school (Shijonawate Gakuen High School), students are divided into teams to investigate various matters and come up with solutions as part of the inquiry class.This time, a group of four second-year students visited a police station to conduct research on "preventative measures against juvenile crime" and listened to their stories.
2. Survey items (excerpt)
- Causes and backgrounds of crimes, especially juvenile crimes
- Do you have personality traits that make you more likely to become a criminal?
- Prevention of juvenile delinquency
3. Written and Online Responses
- In the case of elementary school students, the home environment (neglect by parents who do not take care of their children, no food, no one to talk to around them) is often cited as the cause. have delinquent companions) are often problematic.By the way, it is said that most juveniles who enter juvenile training schools have a history of abuse.
- Among crimes, there are personality tendencies common to thieves and robbers.In particular, "low self-control" and "impulsive behavior" are mentioned in the sense that desires cannot be controlled.Lack of self-control means being self-centered or emotionally unstable like a child, being lazy and disliking efforts, being ruthless and aggressive towards others, and having long-term goals. It is characterized by being irresponsible and hedonistic.
- The most important way to prevent crime is for the school teacher to notice the child's abnormalities.Abnormalities in clothing and behavior are of course important, but it is also important to determine whether the person is isolated from the surroundings.And if you think something might happen, it is very important to talk to the person.Even if a child has a problem, it is difficult for them to confide in themselves.In some cases, home visits may be necessary.
The first step to prevent delinquency is to ensure a safe and secure environment, that is, to create a place to belong.Even if the child is neglected or physically abused, the child cannot get out of the environment by himself/herself. One way is to put it in.
Interview by ZOOM (Shijonawate Gakuen High School)
