Studies suggest that roughly 50 to 75 percent of the 2 million youth experiencing behavioral difficulties meet criteria for an emotional wellness issue (Underwood & Washington, 2016). Approximately 40 to 80 percent of incarcerated juveniles have no less than one diagnosed emotional disturbance (Underwood & Washington, 2016). Sixty-six percent of males and seventy-five percent of females meet criteria for at least one psychological issue (Underwood & Washington, 2016). One-tenth met criteria for substance use issues (Underwood & Washington,
Studies suggest that roughly 50 to 75 percent of the 2 million youth experiencing behavioral difficulties meet criteria for an emotional wellness issue (Underwood & Washington, 2016). Approximately 40 to 80 percent of incarcerated juveniles have no less than one diagnosed emotional disturbance (Underwood & Washington, 2016). Sixty-six percent of males and seventy-five percent of females meet criteria for at least one psychological issue (Underwood & Washington, 2016). One-tenth met criteria for substance use issues (Underwood & Washington,