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Analysis shows higher criminal convictions in youth engaged with welfare services, indicating negative health consequences.
Risk of criminal justice involvement is increased for those referred to or receiving a child welfare service intervention. While this reflects the higher levels of need identified by child welfare services, it also indicates that engagement of child welfare services does not protect young people from criminalisation. Strategies are needed to address the consequences for these young peoples' health.
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