The Digital Psychosocial Communication Intervention On The Social Readiness Of Children After Juvenile Correctional Institution (Lpka) Release: A Needs Assessment Study For Developing A Digital Resilience Module

Abstract

The transition period preceding the release of Juvenile Offenders (ABH) from the Juvenile Detention Facility (LPKA) represents a critical juncture for strengthening resilience and enhancing social readiness. Nevertheless, the absence of sustained post-release support remains a significant factor contributing to recidivism. Addressing this gap, the present study underscores the necessity of designing a digital psychosocial communication module that functions as a sustainable medium for resilience-building and social reintegration. This research aims to identify the specific needs of Juvenile Offenders systematically and to assess the strategic importance of developing a digital module tailored to their psychosocial and communicative requirements during the reintegration process. Employing a descriptive qualitative design, data were collected through Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) and in-depth interviews. The participants consisted of 15 CICLs scheduled for release within three months, five correctional officers, and five family members. Data analysis was conducted using thematic analysis to derive key patterns and insights. The findings reveal three principal domains of need: (1) access to a safe and confidential platform for sharing experiences and articulating concerns, (2) availability of practical and reusable learning resources, such as curriculum vitae preparation and coping strategies for stigma, and (3) establishment of a sustainable support system that connects CICL with mentors and successful alumni before their reintegration into society. The study concludes that a user-centered digital module is both vital and strategic for reinforcing resilience and ensuring continuity of support. Integrating such a module within the final rehabilitation stage of LPKA programs offers significant potential to minimize reintegration failure and reduce the risk of recidivism.