Learning Difficulties in Adolescent Clients of a Shelter for Runaway and Homeless Street Youths
Description:
Examined prevalence of arithmetic and reading difficulties in adolescents at a homeless/runaway shelter. Found that 52% had reading disability, 28.5% had arithmetic/written work difficulty, and 19.5% were achieving normally. Also found that groups did not differ in reported history of such things as substance abuse, maltreatment, court involvement, and school experiences. (EV) [abstract]
Type of Resource:
Journal
Publication Date:
1996
Volume:
6
Issue:
4
Pages:
649-670
Location:
Mahwah