Name: Risk Need Responsivity for Justice-Impacted Youth
Start: 2025-07-16T09:45:00-0500
End: 2025-07-16T10:50:00-0500

Wednesday July 16, 2025 9:45am - 10:50am CDT

301A

Learning Objectives:

Understand basic elements of criminogenic risk assessments
Identify most prevalent stabilizing needs of justice involved youth
Recognize potential outcomes within Risk Need Responsivity

Abstract:
This presentation examines the intersection of mental health conditions and the Risk-Need-Responsivity (RNR) model within the juvenile justice system. It highlights differences between adult and juvenile justice frameworks, emphasizing the unique needs of youth and the prevalence of untreated mental health issues among this population. Key factors influencing youth mental health and behavior, such as trauma, peer influence, and family dynamics, are discussed alongside common diagnoses like ADHD, depression, and PTSD. The presentation underscores the importance of targeted, evidence-based interventions to reduce recidivism, focusing on criminogenic risks, dynamic needs, and responsivity through cognitive-behavioral approaches. Additionally, it cautions against intensive treatment for low-risk youth, which can inadvertently increase antisocial behaviors, advocating for tailored, developmentally appropriate strategies.

Statement of Need: Find out what works to keep kids from getting into further trouble. It may surprise you.

Speakers

Jeannie Von Stultz, PhD

Deputy Chief of the Mental Health Services Division, Bexar County Juvenile Probation

Jeannie Von Stultz, Ph.D., is the Deputy Chief - Mental Health Services Division for Bexar County Juvenile Probation and a licensed psychologist. She provides administrative oversight for the probation supervision of specialized populations including juveniles with mental health needs... Read More →

Wednesday July 16, 2025 9:45am - 10:50am CDT
301A

Breakout session

Tickets

claritycon2025

Jeannie Von Stultz, PhD