Inmates volunteer to work with troubled teens in order to keep them out of jail. While there is lots of discussion of negative behaviors, the real consequences of these behaviors are discussed. The effectiveness of the intimidation methods shown in this series has been challenged by the U.S. Department of Justice.

The troubled teens have committed violent acts ranging from fighting to making terrorist threats. Inmates scream, yell, and threaten teens to purposely scare them. A large number of inmates are serving extensive sentences for violent crimes; some show bloody pictures of their victims. Rape is sometimes discussed.

Promiscuity and the loss of virginity is discussed. Same-sex encounters and inappropriate sexual behaviors are also mentioned.

Words like “bitch” are frequent. While stronger curses are bleeped, occasionally the word “s--t” is audible.

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Underage drinking is visible. Some of the teens use and/or sell drugs, like marijuana. Many of the inmates are in prison for drug-related crimes.