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Peer reviewedKidd, Sean A.; Kral, Michael J. – Adolescence, 2002
Presents results of a qualitative analysis of the narratives of 29 street youth in which they describe their experiences with, and understanding of, suicide. A history of attempted suicide was reported by 76% of the participants. Additionally it was found that prostitution was linked with their suicidal experiences and may account for the high…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Homeless People, Predictor Variables, Suicide
Peer reviewedSmart, Reginald G.; Walsh, Gordon W. – Adolescence, 1993
Interviewed 145 adolescent street youth in Toronto, Canada, to examine association of depression with alcohol and drug use and related problems, social supports, self-esteem, family background, and alcohol and drug use among family members. Results indicated that best predictors of depression among street youth were self-esteem and length of time…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Depression (Psychology), Drinking, Drug Use
