Factors and meaning of successful reintegration for children in conflict with the law
Date of Publication
8-2019
Document Type
Master's Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science in Psychology Major in Clinical Psychology
Subject Categories
Clinical Psychology | Law
College
College of Liberal Arts
Department/Unit
Psychology
Thesis Adviser
Jim Rey R. Baloloy
Defense Panel Chair
Maria Caridad H. Tarroja
Abstract/Summary
The increasing number of Children in Conflict with the Law (CICL) is one of the most intriguing issues in the Philippines. Various studies have already presented reasons for a child committed crimes. This qualitative-descriptive study focused on the lived experiences of previous CICL to generate factors on their successful reintegration. Ten (10) individuals who were once a CICL shared their stories and experiences before, during, and after they entered rehabilitation program. Parents or relatives and the social worker of the CICL also shared their experiences and stories about their children. A semi-structured, in-depth interview was conducted to obtain different life stories, used as vignette. Using thematic analysis, it generated themes on the different experiences of these children, parents and the social worker before, during, and after the program. Factors and meaning of successful reintegration were also discussed. Experiences showed differences in several aspects: behavior, relationship, emotions, insights/cognitive processes, living environment, challenges, and coping strategies. Factors that helped in successful reintegration were: support system, renewed faith or spirituality, understanding roles and responsibilities, developed insights and realizations, and continuous monitoring. Successful reintegration is defined as readiness for change for these children, having hopes and dreams for the parents and for these children to be heard for the social worker.
Abstract Format
html
Language
English
Format
Electronic
Accession Number
CDTG008171
Keywords
Children—Legal status, laws, etc.; Juvenile delinquents—Rehabilitation
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Recommended Citation
Guillermo, G. C. (2019). Factors and meaning of successful reintegration for children in conflict with the law. Retrieved from https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/etd_masteral/7111
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2-10-2025
