“We’re Locking the Door”: Family Histories in a Sample of Homeless Youth - Homeless Hub Research Summary Series

Our society often stresses personal success, often unrealistic standards of achievement, and little tolerance for those who fail to measure up. This emphasis on individual responsibility ignores the structural forces that shape the lives of vulnerable populations. Childhood abuse, family conflict, mental health and addictions are the forces that can have an influence on the lives of youth. Still, homeless youth are largely considered, by mainstream society, to be responsible for their misfortunes.

"We’re Locking The Door": Family Histories in a Sample of Homeless Youth was published in the Qualitative Report Volume 15, Issue 52 in 2010.

Publication Date: 
2012
Location: 
Ontario, Canada