Risky Behavior among Youths in Egypt: Theoretical Underpinnings, Classification and Determinants

This paper focuses on studying the issue of risky behavior among youths in Egypt. Risky behavior is considered one of the most pressing of current social problems. Of particular concern is the increase in delinquency among young people. Given the significant social concern surrounding the problem of youth delinquency, it is reasonable for policy makers, academics and citizens to ask what might cause misbehavior. The methodology of this paper is based on studying and analyzing the topic of risky behavior among youths by clarifying the concept, introducing its classification and identifying its determinants depending on the literature review on different models that explain risky behavior among youths. Additionally, a designed questionnaire is used in order to identify the classification and the determinants of risky behavior, particularly drug use, in Egypt.