Who of the following would be "at risk" for juvenile delinquency?
A) Casey,who has a high level of self-control
B) Brian,who lives in a rural area
C) Helen,who is from a middle-class family
D) Joe,whose antisocial behavior started when he was 10 years of age

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Research has shown that early onset of antisocial behavior, around or before 10 years of age, is a strong predictor of future delinquent behavior. Therefore, Joe is at risk for juvenile delinquency. The other options - Casey with high self-control, Brian from a rural area and Helen from a middle-class family - do not necessarily predict risk for delinquent behavior.

Who of the Following Would Be "At Risk" for Juvenile