“Nothing Works” to “What Works”

Introduction A number of texts provide excellent overviews of the history of juvenile corrections,

correctional treatment, and correctional policy (see Andrews & Bonta, 2010; Bernard &

Kurlychek, 2010; Cullen & Gilbert, 2013; Cullen & Jonson, 2012). Several core themes often

emerge within these writings. This chapter briefly summarizes many of these common

themes as they relate to correctional rehabilitation and the current policies that exist

today. By doing so, we hope to provide a historical foundation for understanding the

strategies and principles of effective treatment programs for offenders.