What does desistance mean?
The act of stopping or giving up a particular activity or behavior, especially one that is considered to be a problem or a source of trouble. The process of ceasing to engage in a particular activity or behavior.
Example
"The government's efforts to reduce crime led to a significant increase in desistance among young offenders."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.