The rate of juvenile delinquency is becoming prevalent in many countries around the world. While there are several reasons for this phenomenon, some solutions can be implemented to mitigate this situation.
One of the major factors contributing to this problem is the lack of parental guidance. In modern life, parents become busy with their jobs and do not invest enough time with their children. For example, in metropolises such as Hanoi or Saigon, many parents have to face problems like work-related stress and financial strain, so it would be challenging for them to balance work and family responsibilities. As a result, children with less attention and guidance from parents tend to engage in illegal behavior. To tackle this problem, parents should learn how to manage their time effectively. They can carry out a schedule or cut down on the amount of working hours to allocate time to children.
Another reason is the youth’s exposure to violence in the media, which affects young people’s attitudes and behavior. With the development of digital technology, violent content such as bullying and rape are widely spreading on social platforms like Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram. If the youth view media violence regularly, they are more likely to imitate these behaviors and may lead to criminal activity. A sustainable solution to this issue is to limit the viewing time of violent films and content. Parents should regularly monitor the amount of time that their children use social media and check whether they watch suitable content or not.
To conclude, poor parenting guidance and constant exposure to violent content are two main factors leading to the increase of youth crime. I believe that if the solutions mentioned above were implemented effectively, the problem would be alleviated.