Abstract
The authors interviewed homeless men in New York City shelters about their childhood experiences. Childhood placement away from the family was frequent, especially among former psychiatric patients. Childhood problem behaviors were also frequent.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
MeSH terms
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Adolescent
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Adult
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Child
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Child Behavior Disorders / epidemiology*
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Hospitalization
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Humans
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Ill-Housed Persons*
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Juvenile Delinquency / epidemiology*
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Male
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Mental Disorders / epidemiology*
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New York City
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Runaway Behavior
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Social Welfare