Joseph J. Cocozza, Ph.D., is Vice President for Research with Policy Research Associates, Inc., in Delmar, New York. There he also directs the National Center for Mental Health and Juvenile Justice. The Center promotes awareness of the mental health needs of youth in the juvenile justice system. It also assists the field in developing improved policies based on the best available research and practice. The Center’s activities are supported by the MacArthur Foundation, the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Since joining Policy Research Associates, Inc, Dr. Cocozza has co-directed the National GAINS Center for People with Co-occurring Disorders in the Justice System. He also has directed the Coordinating Center for the federally-supported Women and Violence Study. Over his career Dr. Cocozza has held a number of policy-oriented research, academic and administrative posts, including one as Executive Director and Director of Research at the New York State Council on Children and Families. He also conducted research with the New York State Office of Mental Health. Dr. Cocozza received his doctorate in Sociology in 1975 and has authored numerous professional publications and reports. Dr. Cocozza's resumé can be downloaded by clicking here.

1. Juvenile Mental Health Courts: A First Look – Cocozza, Kelleher, Alison

2. Juvenile Justice Role in Access to Mental Health Services for Youth – Kelleher, Adelsheim, Alison, Cocozza

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