Long-Term Unemployment amongst Adolescents: A Longitudinal Study.

Patterson, L. J. Mean

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ERIC Number: EJ557947

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1997

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Long-Term Unemployment amongst Adolescents: A Longitudinal Study.

Patterson, L. J. Mean

Journal of Adolescence, v20 n3 p261-80 Jun 1997

Using longitudinal analysis, discusses observed differences among unemployed adults, older youth, and early school-leavers (N=104). Focuses on issues surrounding self-esteem and the identification of mediators and moderators for specific populations. Evidence suggests that good psychological health contributed to gaining employment. (RJM)

Descriptors: Adolescent Attitudes, Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Dropouts, Employment Patterns, Foreign Countries, Longitudinal Studies, Mental Health, Secondary Education, Self Esteem, Unemployment, Withdrawal (Education)

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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Note: Special theme issue on "The psychological effects of youth unemployment: International perspectives."