Shifting Narratives of Juvenile Delinquency in the 1980s Mexico

A landmark 1984 study in Mexico City exposed the roots of juvenile delinquency. Troubled homes, harsh environments, and a lack of opportunity pushed young men into crime, creating a stark portrait of social hardship.

Shifting Narratives of Juvenile Delinquency in the 1980s Mexico
A group of teenagers gathered on a Mexico City street corner in the 1980s.