This brief bridges critical gaps in understanding sexually deviant behavior among Indian male adolescents by integrating developmental criminology theory with mixed method research. It offers a culturally nuanced exploration of antisocial cognition as a unique predictor, alongside sociolegal analyses of India's juvenile justice system. The volume presents practical insights from case studies and evidence-based strategies to help researchers, clinicians, and policymakers address this understudied issue. It is essential reading for students & professionals in criminology, psychology, social work, and legal studies seeking culturally informed approaches to prevention and rehabilitation.

Examines antisocial cognition in Indian adolescents to reveal cultural insights missing in Western literature Integrates criminology, psychology, and social work to offer a multidisciplinary toolkit for practitioners Grounds case studies in real-world contexts to inform culturally sensitive interventions for sexual harm

Autorentext

Prithvi Raj is a senior research scholar at the School of Doctoral Studies and Research at National Forensic Sciences University. He has presented more than 10 articles at National and International Conferences. His major research interests include criminal psychology, crime & delinquency, and psychosocial & economic dimensions of criminal behavior. Krishna Kumar Mishra is an Associate Professor (Clinical Psychology) at National Forensic Sciences University. Dr. Mishra has published and presented more than 20 articles in reputed journals at the National and International level. His major research interests include psychosocial factors leading to crime, socio-developmental aspects of criminal behaviour, and positive youth development.

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Chapter 1. Sexual Deviance Among Adolescents of India: Scope and Significance.- Chapter 2. The Theoretical Basis of Developmental Criminology.- Chapter 3. Risk Factors and Developmental Trajectories.- Chapter 4. Antisocial Cognition - Mechanisms and Impact.- Chapter 5. Law and Juvenile Justice in India.- Chapter 6. Prevention and Intervention Strategies.- Chapter 7. Case Studies - Multifaceted Stories.- Chapter 8. Qualitative Data Analysis, Triangulation, Adult Outcomes and Policy Implications.