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Terzian, Mary A.; Andrews, Kristine M.; Moore, Kristin Anderson – Child Trends, 2011
Taking risks is fairly common in adolescence. Risky behaviors can be associated with serious, long-term, and--in some cases--life-threatening consequences. This is especially the case when adolescents engage in more than one harmful behavior. The tendency for risky behaviors to co-occur has been well-studied. Yet prevention efforts traditionally…
Descriptors: Caring, Emotional Intelligence, Prevention, After School Programs
Resources for Welfare Decisions, 2002
This Resources for Welfare Decisions highlights publications that offer guidance on developing youth systems under the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 (WIA). An introductory section discusses the changes WIA made to youth services; the opportunities and challenges these changes created for Youth Councils and youth service providers; states' role…
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Community Services, Education Work Relationship