A Health-Profile Comparison of Delinquent and Homeless Youths

作者: Martin L. Forst , Jonathan Harry , Phil A. Goddard

DOI: 10.1353/HPU.2010.0243

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摘要: Little is known about the health status and care needs of homeless delinquent youths. This study provides medical data (medical history physical examination) on samples (n=245) (n=160) youths in San Francisco, CA. Although had somewhat more problems than did youths,both groups a multiplicity problems, many which were worse among general adolescent population. A substantial percentage both not have adequate coverage. Medical services to high-risk should be improved by providing street outreach, public clinics, multiservice centers for adolescents.

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