Young African American Males: Promoting Psychological and Social Well-Being |
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Snell et al.,Cudore L.
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1998
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Journal
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Journal-of-Human-Behavior-in-the-Social-Environment
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1(2-3) 125-136
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African American, Youths, Males
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| Abstract |
Reports on results of two studies on young African American males (1) addressing the concept of lifescript for 18 young adult males on probation from a criminal justice system in Washington, DC, & (2) exploring help-seeking behaviors of 70 young street males in a mid-Atlantic urban environment. A survey design with an informal & formal semistructured interview schedule was the chief method used to collect data for both studies. Findings indicate that the majority of informants report that they had good friendship & family ties, including excellent relationships with their mothers & good relationships with their fathers, & that they were fathers themselves & were contributing to the support of their own children. Respondents viewed educational achievement as critical for their success. Utilization of formal systems, medical services, legal services, & ministerial help are seen as most accessible, while police, social, & mental health services are viewed as much less available or useful. Recommendations for practice with young urban African American males are offered. 28 References. Adapted from the source document
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