Understanding why a person shoplifts and learning to behave differently when similar circumstances arise, is the focus of this program. Youthful offenders will learn how certain attitudes can override a person's sense of right and wrong and cause behavior that is contrary to his or her beliefs.

The program establishes an atmosphere where participants can accept their mistakes and make the decision never to repeat the behavior again. Participants regain the self-confidence they lost by committing the offense, and strengthen their ability to act in accordance with what they believe.

During the Crossroads Juvenile Shoplifting program, participants will:

• Understand the process of changing negative behavior.
• Discover how attitudes can override values.
• Understand how to avoid negative influences.
• Develop a plan to alter present negative behavior.
• Establish positive, goal-directed behavior patterns.
• Make a firm commitment never to repeat as a criminal offender.