From the developmental perspective, what are the specific risk factors associated with forming a delinquent career?

The field of developmental psychology studies how people grow & change throughout their lives as they pass through childhood, adolescence, adulthood & old age. Delinquency refers to the criminal acts committed by children and adolescents. According to research studies, some risk factors are associated with the development of delinquency. These include prenatal & perinatal factors, while others may not become apparent until late childhood or throughout adolescence. Thus, healthy development is important for the prevention of the development of delinquent behaviors.