Dysfunction in the Single Parent and Only Child Family

• NCJ Number: 123116
• Journal: Adolescence Volume: 25 Issue: 97 Dated: (Spring 1990) Pages: 1-7
• Author(s): S Bayrakal; T M Kope
• Date Published: 1990
• Length: 7 pages
• Sale Source: National Institute of Justice/; NCJRS Photocopy Services
• Publication Format: Article
• Publication Type: Survey
• Language: English
• Country: United States of America

Annotation

This study surveys some of the major theoretical contributions to the evolvement of concepts about adolescence.

Abstract

Historical perspectives regarding the development of inpatient and residential institutions are outlined, followed by brief discussions of follow-up studies evaluating both forms of treatment. Finally, a general overview of outcome research is provided, focusing on the underlying, changing attitudes toward the adolescent phase of development. 123 references. (Publisher abstract)