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Peer reviewedMarsella, Anthony J.; Cantor, Dorothy W.; Wandersman, Abraham – American Psychologist, 1998
Describes goals and work of the American Psychological Association (APA) Urban Initiatives Task Force, the APA committee on urban initiatives. Presents an overview of articles in the "Psychology in the Public Forum" section. (MMU)
Descriptors: Psychology, Research, Urban Programs
Peer reviewedKrishnakumar, Ambika; Black, Maureen M. – American Psychologist, 1998
Examines the influences of urbanization on the mental health and well-being of children in low-income settings. Summarizes and analyzes some current urban prevention projects. Proposes 11 interventions based on individual, family, and community strengths to promote the mental health and well-being of urban children. Contains over 100 references.…
Descriptors: Children, Community Development, Elementary Secondary Education, Intervention
