Juvenile Rehab Program in Maryland
NPR's Michel Martin explores the Thrive Academy, a new juvenile rehab program in Maryland that takes a dual approach to addressing youth crime.
Key Points
- Lawmakers across the country are getting tougher on youth crime
- Thrive Academy in Maryland offers a different approach by focusing on rehabilitation
- Michel Martin explores the program in detail
Pros
- Dual approach to addressing youth crime
- Focus on rehabilitation rather than punishment
Cons
- Effectiveness of the program is yet to be determined