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Grigsby, Charles; And Others – Journal of Social Issues, 1990
Survey data collected from 166 homeless persons in Austin (Texas) identified four clusters distinguished by the size of the individual's social network, the degree of dysfunction, and the length of time homeless. Recommends group-based plans for building better paths out of homelessness. (DM)
Descriptors: Causal Models, Drinking, Drug Abuse, Homeless People