NCJ Number
118724
Journal
Community Alternatives: International Journal of Family Care Volume: 1 Issue: 1 Dated: (Spring 1989) Pages: 85-97
Date Published
1989
Length
13 pages
Annotation
Despite the increased attention on runaways, no clear description of this group and its needs has emerged.
Abstract
By using data from a number of studies on this poorly defined population in Calgary, Alberta, the characteristics of running behavior are identified to be able to generate a typology of running behavior. Socio-psychological descriptions of the problems behind the behaviors are provided. The notion of a safety net of approaches and resources for service intervention are also discussed. 3 figures and 17 references. (Author abstract modified)