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Problems of Adolescence
A Guide to Selected Government Information Available at WIU's Government Publications Library (Prepared by Angela Blann- 9/00, revised 6/06) Web version of this guide includes links to web resources. Federal Government Information
Youth Culture and Violence. This hearing attempts to study
causes of youth violence as a reaction to recent school shootings.
Witnesses include high school students, teachers, psychology
professors, media representatives, and gun control advocates. 1999
Dropout Prevention.
This hearing, held in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is one of many field
hearings designed to learn about what is working and not working in
state school systems in order to help kids achieve and stay in school.
2000
Drug Abuse Among Our Children: A Growing National Crisis.
This hearing explores the causes and effects of illegal drug use by our
Nation's youth and teens. Testimony is heard from a student who has
battled drug addiction, an undercover agent in a public school,
physicians, and others. 1998
The Drug Threat to Teens In Our Rural Communities.
Held in DeKalb and McHenry Counties, these hearings examine the
connection between gangs and drugs and the threat of drugs to kids in
rural communities and suburbs. Witnesses include the parent of a victim
of drug-related violence, former drug dealers and users, and others.
1997
Addressing Comunity Gang Problems: A Practical Guide.
This publication offers two models of agency and community response to
gang problems. Much of the information presented is intended to help
communities understand gangs and their activities. 1998
The Relationship Between Mental Health and Substance Abuse Among Adolescents.
This report explores the link between psychological functioning and
substance abuse in adolescents aged 12 to 17. Emotional and behavioral
problems, illicit drug use, and alcohol and cigarette use are examined.
1999
Tobacco Advertising and Children. This hearing seeks answers to the question, "What can Congress and the tobacco industry do to stop youth smoking?" 1997
Strategies for Success: Combating Juvenile DUI.
Intended to help law enforcement personnel implement a plan to diminish
alcohol-related traffic offenses, this publication includes help in
assessing the severity of the problem as well as eight key elements of
a successful program. 1999
Teen Pregnancy: State and Federal Efforts to Implement Prevention Programs and Measure Their Effectiveness.
A General Accounting Office review of state strategies and federal
funding for reducing teen pregnancies. Illinois is one of the states
chosen for this review. 1998
Social and Economic Costs of Teen Pregnancy.
This hearing focuses on social and economic effects of teen pregnancy
and contains two panels of speakers: one consists of persons who study
the issues and have a role in public policymaking and the second panel
is comprised of individuals who work with teens, their families, and
their teachers. 1998
Hearings on the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act.
One panel of witnesses in this hearing explores juvenile justice and
delinquency prevention, while a second panel discusses issues affecting
runaway and homeless youth. 1996
Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance, United States, 1997.
This study monitors health risk behaviors that contribute to
intentional or unintentional injuries among youth: tobacco, alcohol,
and drug use; sexual behaviors; unhealthy dietary behaviors; physical
inactivity; seat belt motorcycle/bicycle helmet use; drinking and
driving; weapon carrying and fighting; school-related violence; and
suicidal thoughts or attempts. 1997 Office of Human Services Policy. This office in the Department of Health and Human Services Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation agency focuses on policies that affect children, families, and youth. Their Youth/Teens/Adolescents menu features a topical list linking to of a wide variety of publications and research, including:
lllinois Government Information
"Student Suicide and Illinois' Small Schools: Breaking the Silence".
This report analyzes student suicide in Illinois and the results of a
recent survey. Suicide prevalence, demographics, risk factors, and
school policies are examined. Illinois Lawsuits stemming from student
suicides are reviewed also and findings and recommendations are given.
Legal Information
"Extended Jurisdiction Juvenile Prosecution: A New Approach to the Problem of Juvenile Delinquency in Illinois".
A look at our Nation's efforts to counteract juvenile delinquency and
at the flaws in today's juvenile court systems. This author offers
extended jurisdiction juvenile prosecution as an effective alternative
and proposes legislation for its usage in Illinois.
"Requiring School Attendance: A Little Used Sentencing Power".
The authors of this article explore the paradox of juvenile court
reliance on school-based information in decisionmaking and magistrates
disinclination to remedy truancy by attaching a compulsory school
attendance policy in sentencing.
School Crime and Juvenile Justice.
Written by a probation officer who is the son of two teachers, this
book looks at school crime and delinquent students and attempts to
answer questions regarding the extent of school crime, the perpetrators
and the victims, the characteristics of schools with more crime, and
the characteristics of delinquents. Prevention and the roles of
families, society, and educators are discussed. 1998
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