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Wilkinson, Beverly – Journal of School Nursing, 2011
The increasing prevalence of self-injurious behavior (SIB) among mainstream adolescents has led to a growing body of research. This maladaptive behavior is used as a means of regulating negative emotions. Best practices regarding therapy are unclear, with many types of intervention being tried. Analysis of 36 qualitative and quantitative studies,…
Descriptors: Intervention, Health Promotion, Self Destructive Behavior, Behavior Modification
Dryfoos, Joy G. – 1997
This chapter moves toward defining high-risk youth as young persons with low probabilities of gaining an education, getting a job, parenting effectively, or being able to participate in the political process. Five snapshots are presented of the latest information on the prevalence of the five categorical behaviors of interest: (1) substance abuse,…
Descriptors: Academic Failure, Adolescents, Alcohol Abuse, Behavior Problems