The Science of Adolescent Risk-Taking

National Research Council; Institute Of Medicine; Board On Children, Youth, And Families; Committee On The Science Of Adolescence

ISBN 10: 0309158524 / ISBN 13: 9780309158527

Published by National Academies Press, US, 2011

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Adolescence is a time when youth make decisions, both good and bad, that have consequences for the rest of their lives. Some of these decisions put them at risk of lifelong health problems, injury, or death. The Institute of Medicine held three public workshops between 2008 and 2009 to provide a venue for researchers, health care providers, and community leaders to discuss strategies to improve adolescent health.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Science of Adolescent Risk-Taking
• Publisher: National Academies Press, US
• Publication Date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0309158524
• ISBN 13: 9780309158527
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Adolescence is a time when youth make decisions, both good and bad, that have consequences for the rest of their lives. Some of these decisions put them at risk of lifelong health problems, injury, or death. The Institute of Medicine held three public workshops between 2008 and 2009 to provide a venue for researchers, health care providers, and community leaders to discuss strategies to improve adolescent health.