Supporting Homeless Youth: Perspectives and Preferences

Autor:	Linda Reutter, Miriam Stewart, Krista Hungler, Nicole Letourneau, Edward Makwarimba
Rok vydání:	2010
Předmět:	Gerontology Sociology and Political Science Poverty Psychological intervention Participatory action research Service provider Social support Intervention (counseling) medicine Social isolation medicine.symptom Psychology Social psychology Demography Qualitative research
Zdroj:	Journal of Poverty. 14:145-165
ISSN:	1540-7608 1087-5549
DOI:	10.1080/10875541003711631
Popis:	Homelessness among adolescents and young adults is a growing concern in Canada and other countries, yet little is known about their support needs and support intervention preferences from the perspectives of homeless youth or youth at risk of homelessness. The authors assessed these needs and preferences through individual and group interviews with homeless adolescents and young adults (n = 35) and their service providers (n = 27). The unique perspectives of service providers and homeless youth converged on some issues. Key challenges faced by these youth included social isolation, alienation, low self-worth, lack of resources, and substance abuse. Although some services were available, they did not fully meet existing needs. Participants indicated that interventions should focus on emotional and affirmational support. They recommended face-to-face support that was accessible, flexible, participatory, long-term, and offered choice.
Databáze:	OpenAIRE
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