Some young girls wear somewhat revealing outfits.

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

The troubled teens have committed violent acts ranging from fighting to making terrorist threats. Inmates and the police 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.

a lot of frequent strong swear words are used by police, inmates and teens including sexual references. Most of the profanity is bleeped out though.

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.

The inmates are crude, rough, and intimidating, but their intention is to help young people make better choices and avoid ending up in prison.