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ERIC Number: EJ500955
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1995
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0090-1482
Sexual and Drug-Taking Experiences Reported by Runaway Youth.
Fisher, Dennis G.; And Others
Journal of Alcohol and Drug Education, v40 n2 p88-99 Win 1995
Explores the extent of the relationship between onset of sexual experiences and onset of substance use in a sample of runaway youth in Alaska. Initiation of sexual activity preceded the onset of drug-taking, and intercourse prior to age 12 was reported by 40%. Implications for those providing care for this group are explored. (JPS)
Descriptors: Adolescents, Runaways, Sexual Abuse, Sexuality, Substance Abuse, Youth Problems
Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles
Education Level: N/A
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Alaska; Sexual Initiation