THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SUBTANCE ABUSE AND

JUVINILE DELIQUENCY

A THESIS PRESENTED TO THE FACULTY OF THE

SCHOOL OF CRIMINOLOGY JUSTICE EDUCATION

UNIVERSIDAD DE DAGUPAN

BY:

LUIS ANGELO V. DEGUZMAN

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CRIMINOLOGY

SEPTEMBER 2023
 The Relationship Between Subtance Abuse and

Juvinile Deliquency

A Thesis Presented to the Faculty of the School of Criminal Justice Education

Universidad de Dagupan

By:

Luis Angelo V. De Guzman

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Bachelor of Science in Criminology

September 2023
 APPROVAL FORM

In partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Science in

Criminology the completed research entitled. The Relationship Between Subtance
Abuse and Juvinile Deliquency prepared and submitted by LUIS ANGELO V. DE
GUZMAN, Na, Na, Na, Na, is hereby endorsed for approval and acceptance

Mr. Na Rcrim
Adviser

This is to certify that the research completed mentioned above submitted by Luis Angelo
V. DE GUZMAN, Na, Na, Na, Na, has been examined and approved on _______ by the
Oral Examination Committee.

MIKE JO PERRERAS, Rcrim

Chairman

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APPROVED and ACCEPTED as a partial fulfillment of the requirements is for the

degree of Bachelor of Science in Criminology on ________________ with a grade of
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GASPAR R. DACPANO Lt/Col
Dean, School of Criminology
 ABSTRACT

Luis Angelo V. De Guzman, Na, Na, Na, Na, “The Relationshop Between Subtance

Abuse and Juvinile Deliquency”, Bachelor of Science in Criminology, School of

Criminology, Colegio de Dagupan, Arellano Street, Dagupan City, Philippines,

September 2023.

Adviser NA,

This study provides overview of the intricate and multifaceted relationship

between substance abuse and juvenile delinquency, Juvinile delinquency characterized by

unlawful behavior committed by individuals under the age of 18, has long been a matter

of concern for society, policymakers, and researchers. Subtances abuse, encompassing

the misuse of drugs and alcohol, is recognized as a significant contributing factor to

delinquent behavior among adolescents. By comprehensively examining the intricate

relationship between substance abuse and juvenile delinquency, this analysis provides a

foundation for developing holistic and effective approaches to mitigate these

interconnected issues. It emphasize the importance of addressing the root causes and

underlying factors that contribute to these problems with a focus on promoting the well-

being and positive development of young individuals in out society.

 ACKNOWLEDGMENT

The researchers wish to express their profound gratitude to all those who is one way or

the other, have contributed to the success of this study.

To the Almighty God for His eternal love, blessings, guidance, understanding, knowledge

and protection. He gave us for the development of the study.

We are indebted Na. He is an ideal thesis adviser and had wise advises, insightful

criticisms and patient encouragement aided the writing of this thesis in innumerable

ways.

We greatly appreciate the encouragement and support of our research instructor Mr. Mike

Jo V. Perreras and all the instructors of School of Criminology of Universidad de

Dagupan.

We would like to show our gratitude to the technical panel, NA, Na, Na, for their

supervisions advices and guidance from the very early stages of this research as well as

giving us astonishing experiences throughout this work.

To our parents for the love, understanding, moral and financial support they have given to

the researchers. To our friends for the unwavering support and encouragement they gave.

Thank you.

The Researchers.
 DEDICATION

The researchers would like to dedicate this study to the Almighty God, the creator of

heaven and earth, to their family, relatives, friends and love ones and all those people

who help to contribute to this study who share their knowledge and skill in order to finish

this study.

De Guzman, Luis Angelo V.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Title Page..............................................................................................................................................................................i

Approval Form ....................................................................................................................................................................ii

Abstract ..............................................................................................................................................................................iii

Acknowledgement..............................................................................................................................................................iv

Dedication ...........................................................................................................................................................................v

Table of Contents ...............................................................................................................................................................vi

CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................................................................1

Background of the Study.....................................................................................................................................1

Theoretical Framework .......................................................................................................................................3

Conceptual Framework .......................................................................................................................................4

Research Paradigm..............................................................................................................................................5

Statement of the Problem ....................................................................................................................................6

Significance of the Study ....................................................................................................................................6

Scope and Limitations of the Study ....................................................................................................................7

Definition of Terms.............................................................................................................................................8

2 REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE......................................................................................................9

3 METHODOLOGY..........................................................................................................................................52

Research Design................................................................................................................................................52

Sources of Data .................................................................................................................................................52

Instrumentation and Data Collection ................................................................................................................53

Tools for Data Analysis.....................................................................................................................................54

4 PRESENTATION,ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION OF DATA ....................................................55

5 SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION .....................................................................62

Summary ...........................................................................................................................................................62

Conclusion.........................................................................................................................................................64

Recommendation...............................................................................................................................................65

BIBLIOGRAPHY ...........................................................................................................................................67

APPENDICES .................................................................................................................................................69

CURRICULUM VITAE.............................................................................................................. 77

Chapter 1
 INTRODUCTION

Background of the Study

Subtance abuse and juvenile delinquency are pressing issues in the Philippines,

with potential long-term consequences for individuals and society as a whole.

Understanding the relationship between these two phenomena is crucial for developing

effective intervention and prevention strategies.

Two complex issues that have been the subject of extensive research and concern

in the Philippines. Subtance abuse refers to the harmful or hazardous use of psychoactive

subtances, including alcohol and illicit drugs, which can lead to addiction, health

problems, and social consequences. On the other hand, juvenile delienquency

encompasses range of illegal behaviors commited by the individuals below the legal adult

age, often resulting in legal interventions and social challenges.

The nexus between substance use and offending during adolescence has important

implications for juvenile justice interventions. Many of the adolescents who get in trouble

with the law have problems with substance use, and their offending is tied to their

involvement with drugs or alcohol. Gaining a deeper understanding of the dynamic and

flow of these behaviors is critical to refining treatment approaches and more effectively

targeting prevention efforts for adolescent offenders. The right intervention at the right
time in the development of these offenders could forestall a lifetime of substance use and

offending that fuel each other in a destructive pattern.

Meanwhile, the relationship between adolescent substance use and offending, but

most studies have focused on general community samples or samples of at-risk youth as

they begin to engage in these behaviors. These efforts have produced a sizable literature

documenting the factors related to the onset or maintenance of these behaviors

independently of each other. Less research has focused on the reciprocal effects of these

behaviors on each other during adolescence. Also lacking is a clear understanding of how

these behaviors play out beyond the point in early adulthood when youth with established

histories of offending and substance use cease one behavior or the other.

Furthermore,