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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 reviewedYun, Low Wah; Yusof, Khairuddin – Child Welfare, 1991
The squatter settlements in Kuala Lumpur exhibit a high incidence of communicable diseases, teenage pregnancies, and psychological and familial stress. The Sang Kancil Intervention Program responds to this situation by providing preschool education, maternal and child health care clinics, and activities that generate income for low-income…
Descriptors: At Risk Persons, Child Health, Child Welfare, Communicable Diseases
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
