Investing in the Health and Well-Being of Young Adults
by R.J. Bonnie, C. Stroud, H. Breiner (eds.)
Publisher: National Academies Press 2015
ISBN/ASIN: 0309309956
ISBN-13: 9780309309950
Number of pages: 503
Description:
The book describes what is meant by the term young adulthood, who young adults are, what they are doing, and what they need. This study recommends actions that non-profit programs and federal, state, and local agencies can take to help young adults make a successful transition from adolescence to adulthood.
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