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Peer reviewedSisco, Carol B.; Pearson, Carol L. – Health & Social Work, 1994
Examined prevalence of alcoholism and drug abuse in 206 female Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC) recipients enrolled in welfare-to-work program. Findings support clinical reports of substance abuse problems among public assistance and child welfare populations. Prevalence of alcoholism and drug abuse in sample ranged from 16.1-20.8%.…
Descriptors: Alcoholism, Drug Abuse, Females, Incidence
