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ERIC Number: EJ390079
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1989
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Adolescent Health: Challenges for Behavioral Scientists.
Millstein, Susan G.
American Psychologist, v44 n5 p837-42 May 1989
Despite the traditional view of adolescence as a healthy period, there are increasing concerns about the health status of youth. Many adolescent health needs are unmet due to misconceptions and to the organization of health care services. Behavioral science can contribute research, interventions, and health policy to benefit adolescent health. (AF)
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Behavior Patterns, Behavioral Sciences, Health, Health Behavior, Health Needs, Health Services, High Risk Persons, Intervention, Mental Health, Physical Health, Public Policy, Socioeconomic Influences, Suicide, Traffic Accidents
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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Note: Special section with the title "Psychology in the Public Forum."