Transition Age Youth with Mental Health Challenges in the Juvenile Justice System, Juvenile Justice Resource Series

This publication, created by the Technical Assistance Partnership for Child and Family Mental Health (TA Partnership), to “support the planning and implementation of effective services, policies, and practices that improve outcomes for young adults of transition age who are involved in or at risk of involvement with the juvenile justice system as well as their families.” The report specifically focuses on youth with mental health disorders and co-occurring substance use disorders. Policy and practice recommendations are included and discussed.