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by Richard Jessor (Editor) "The past several decades have witnessed a remarkable invigoration of theoretical and empirical work on adolescent risk behaviors - behaviors that can, directly or indirectly,..." (more)
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"This is a well written book....of particular interest to clinicians with an interest in adolescent psychiatry." Laurence Jerome, Canadian Academy of Child Psychiatry

Product Description
In this collection, leading experts on adolescent risk behavior present the most recent ideas and findings about the variety of behaviors that can compromise adolescent development. Among the topics the contributors explore are drug use, risky driving, early sexual activity, depression, and school disengagement. In particular, the volume emphasizes new perspectives on development and on person-centered analysis.

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Product Details
  • Paperback: 576 pages
  • Publisher: Cambridge University Press; 1 edition (September 13, 1998)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0521586070
  • ISBN-13: 978-0521586078
  • Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 1.3 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  (1 customer review)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #853,765 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)
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  • In-Print Editions: Hardcover (1) |  All Editions


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