Biosocial Interaction and Juvenile Delinquency Behaviors of Thai Juvenile Delinquents

Pattarawat Sukyirun

Mahidol University, Thailand

Abstract:

The purpose of this research was to investigate the relationship between the executive function and domestic violence that influence self-control, antisocial behavior, and juvenile's delinquency behaviors. Samples of this quantitative study were collected from January to March 2014 with 294 children and adolescents age 14-19 years with the history of committing crime-related activities involving; property, life, sex, social security, reputation, illegal drugs, and weapon robbery. The measurement tools were self-report questionnaires and neuropsychological assessments. The statistical analyses used in this study were descriptive statistical analysis, factor analysis, and structured equation modeling. The results showed that adjusted structured equation model was corresponded to the empirical finding and the consistency index was in acceptable criteria. It was also found that inhibitory control, working memory, domestic violence, self-control, and antisocial behavior literally influenced delinquency behavior in children and adolescents. It is therefore crucial to consider neuropsychological factors as well as domestic violence history to prevent juvenile delinquency more effectively.

Keyword:

Executive Functions, Domestic Violence, Self-Control, Antisocial Behavior, Juvenile Delinquency.