Longitudinal patterns of childhood homelessness and early adolescent trajectories of internalising and externalising behaviour

Conclusion Childhood homelessness is associated with persistently elevated internalising and externalising symptoms across early adolescence compared with their consistently housed peers. Interventions and policies to address family homelessness may lead to better mental health among adolescents.

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Source: Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health - March 9, 2023 Category: Epidemiology Authors: Kim, H. H., Keen, R., Tang, A., Denckla, C., Slopen, N. Tags: Editor's choice Original research Source Type: research