Title: The Impact of Birth Order and Social Media on Poverty among Juvenile

Offenders
INTRODUCTION;
Effects of birth order on likelihood of juvenile offenses:
Birth order has long been a topic of fascination and debate. Many believe that the order in
which children are born can have a significant impact on their personality development and
behaviour. And when it comes to juvenile offenses, birth order may indeed play a role. First-
born children are often seen as responsible, ambitious, and perfectionistic. They tend to be
natural leaders and take on more responsibility within the family. This sense of responsibility
can translate into lower rates of delinquency among first-borns compared to their younger
siblings. Middle children, on the other hand, may feel overshadowed by their older sibling's
achievements or attention from parents. This can lead to feelings of frustration or rebellion,
increasing the likelihood of engaging in delinquent behaviour’s. Youngest children often
receive more leniency from parents and may experience less pressure to succeed
academically or socially. While this freedom can foster creativity and independence, it can
also contribute to risky behaviours and involvement in criminal activities. Furthermore, social
media has become an integral part of our lives today – especially for young people. With its
constant exposure to unrealistic standards of success, materialism, violence glorification
through music videos or movies; social media plays a substantial role in shaping attitudes
towards crime among juveniles offenders.
Social media has undeniably become an integral part of our lives, especially for the younger
generation. It allows us to connect with friends, share experiences, and stay up-to-date with
the latest trends. However, it's important to recognize that social media can also have
negative consequences, particularly when it comes to poverty among juvenile offenders. One
way in which social media contributes to this issue is through its influence on behaviour and
mind set. Platforms like Instagram and Snapchat often promote materialistic values and a
desire for instant gratification. This can lead young individuals down a path of seeking
validation through material possessions or engaging in illegal activities to attain them.
Additionally, the constant exposure to images of wealth and success on social media can
create feelings of inadequacy or FOMO (fear of missing out) among vulnerable youth from
low-income backgrounds. This may drive them towards risky behaviours or resorting to
criminal activities as a means of escaping their perceived socioeconomic disadvantages.
Furthermore, social media platforms provide a fertile ground for cyberbullying and online
peer pressure. Juvenile offenders who are already struggling with self-esteem issues may find
themselves targeted by their peers online or coerced into participating in illegal activities as a
way to gain acceptance within certain communities. The addictive nature of social media can
also be detrimental in terms of time management and productivity for at-risk youth. Spending
excessive amounts of time scrolling through feeds instead of focusing on education or skill
development can hinder their chances at breaking free from the cycle of poverty. While it's
crucial not to demonize all aspects of social media, we must acknowledge its potential role in
perpetuating poverty among juvenile offenders. Finding solutions requires addressing both
parenting practices and responsible use guidelines for these platforms so that young
individuals develop healthy perspectives about success while avoiding negative influences
that might push them towards crime.
METHODS:
Research Design:
The present study is a descriptive study aimed to check impact of birth order and social media
in poverty among juvenile offenders. The research described in this article took place after
gaining approval from the institutional review board. The ethical guidelines of the American
Psychological Association (APA) were followed to make sure that the participants were not
harmed and must be protected from physical and mental distress.
Sample:
Data was collected from 300 participants through a purposive sampling technique from
Multan, Lahore, Wah Cant, Islamabad and Rawalpindi.
Data Collection Tools:
Juvenile Delinquency Scale
Informant Version
Self Version