The Missouri model uses small , therapeutic groups to treat juvenile offenders . Known as the Missouri model , the program focuses on therapy , comfortable living conditions and an emphasis on job training and education . Juvenile residences do n't have a wire or require identification . A handful of other states are trying to replicate the Missouri model . Statistics show only ten percent of Missouri 's youth self - enrolled .
The Missouri model uses small , therapeutic groups to treat juvenile offenders . Juvenile residences do n't have a wire or require identification . A handful of other states are trying to replicate the Missouri model . Statistics show only ten percent of Missouri 's youth self - enrolled .