Vulnerable Youth : Background and Policies.

Provides an overview of the at-risk youth population and the increasing complexity of transitioning to adulthood for adolescents. Discusses concept of "disconnectedness," as well as protective factors youth can develop during childhood and adolescence to mitigate poor outcomes. Describes e...

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Corporate Authors: Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service, ProQuest (Firm)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: [Place of publication not identified] : [publisher not identified], 2007.
Series:U.S. Congressional Research.
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Summary:Provides an overview of the at-risk youth population and the increasing complexity of transitioning to adulthood for adolescents. Discusses concept of "disconnectedness," as well as protective factors youth can develop during childhood and adolescence to mitigate poor outcomes. Describes evolution of Federal youth policy, current Federal programs targeted at vulnerable youth, challenges of coordinating programs for youth among Federal agencies, and Federal legislation and initiatives to promote positive youth development.
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