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Peer reviewedAthey, Jean L. – Child Welfare, 1991
A literature review reveals that homeless adolescents are at extremely high risk for acquiring HIV infection. Sexual and drug use behaviors that put these adolescents at risk are described. New models of social, health, and mental health services for these youth are outlined. (GLR)
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Adolescents, At Risk Persons, Child Abuse
Peer reviewedBecker, Marla G.; Barth, Richard P. – Child Welfare, 2000
Profiles the development and characteristics of the Power Through Choices curriculum designed to prevent adolescent pregnancy, HIV infection, and sexually transmitted diseases among out-of-home care adolescents. Highlights a 1997 evaluation of the curriculum's implementation, which found that students in the program responded positively to the…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Child Welfare, Foster Children, Health Behavior
Peer reviewedTaylor-Brown, Susan – Child Welfare, 1991
Examines family-centered care and prevention, two concepts central for the development of child welfare services for children infected with HIV. Explores implications of HIV infection for foster care of infected children. Reviews the training of foster care personnel and foster parents to provide competent services. (BC)
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Adolescents, At Risk Persons, Child Health
