... intervention, taking into account the developmental level of children and youth?" (Skiba et al, 2006). They conducted a meta-analysis of existing psychological research concerning psychosocial maturity. In evaluating whether zero-tolerance policies adequately support adolescents during a critical period of development, the report cited the findings of Gardner and Steinberg in 2005. In their ... analysis of adolescent decision-making and risk behavior, Gardner and Steinberg found a number of significant patterns of behavior associated with ... based alternatives that focus on structural, ...

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