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Publication Date: 2005-Jan-1
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"I Know I Can Do It"
Freado, Mark D.; Long, Sakeith
Reclaiming Children and Youth: The Journal of Strength-based Interventions, v13 n4 p208 Win 2005
The process of growth often takes many years and is characterized by progress interrupted with setbacks. Beneath the most troubled exterior, one can find youth with great potential. This article presents the account of a gang youth and his mentor tracks the rocky pathway from problems to responsible maturity.
Descriptors: High Risk Students, Leadership, Young Adults, Violence, Role Models, Neighborhoods, Juvenile Justice, Mentors, Juvenile Gangs
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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