Discuss the Similarities and Differences Between the Concept of At-Risk

question 32

Essay

Discuss the similarities and differences between the concept of at-risk youth,and the earlier concepts of troubled and troubling youth.

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Definitions:

State Mental Hospitals

Publicly funded institutions that provide psychiatric care and treatment for people with severe mental illnesses.

1950s

A decade marked by post-World War II recovery, the beginning of the Cold War, and significant cultural shifts in fashion, music, and technology.

Community Mental Health Centers

Public or private organizations that provide a variety of mental health services to communities, including therapy, counseling, and crisis intervention.

Vocational Rehabilitation

A process that enables individuals with disabilities, injuries, or illnesses to overcome barriers to accessing, maintaining, or returning to employment or other useful occupation.