Full Description
Today's world creates challenges that are overwhelming for so many kids and their families. Living without the necessary supports and sometimes the basics forces kids to go out and seek what they believe they need to survive. Many have become throwaway s and move to the streets and the underbelly of our society. As a society, we often assume that they have behavior disorders or have escaped their homes and just for a thrill. Yet for many of these kids, it is a choice between surviving or being abused, neglected, or killed at the hands of a supposedly trusted adult. This book is a real portrait of their struggles, their challenges, and their victories. Children in Crisis is a resource to build awareness, understanding, and solutions for educators, parents, and anyone working with children and adolescents.
Contents
Chapter 1. The Scope of the Problem Chapter 2. Violence in the Schools Chapter 3. Psychopathology in Children Chapter 4. Juvenile Fire Starters Chapter 5. Foster Children and Foster System Chapter 6. Substance Abuse: Drugs and Alcohol Chapter 7. Violence and Weapons Chapter 8. Life on the Street: Homelessness and Street Children Chapter 9. Alternative Programs and Strategies Chapter 10. National Residential Programs
