Similarly, Zehr discussed these similar approaches to restorative justice used in the CLJ system by focusing on resolving broken relationships with victims who have been harmed and taking responsibility of the perpetrator of the crime. Furthermore, the restorative justice method in prison is gaining popularity: at least 300 victim/offender mediation programs have emerged. These mediation programs offer the victim and the offender the opportunity to grow together. Discussing whether the restorative justice method is more effective for adults or minors, Tusi, Payne, and Kelly agreed that restorative justice will be more effective for minors rather than adults. However, Payne and Kelly stated that “restorative justice is better applied in the educational sector rather than in a criminal justice system, due to the close relationships within schools.”() Students spend more time with their peers during school and in their communities. There are many positive and negative social interactions between students every day. Restorative justice in schools offers a disciplinary model capable of reducing the frequency of negative events and their severity