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Barriers and resources in transition to adulthood among at-risk young adults

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•Caseworkers described their perspectives about the needs of care leavers.•Limited support is one of the main barriers for at risk young adults during transition to adulthood.•Meaningful mentoring relationship is an important for care leavers during emerging adulthood.

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  • Sulimani-Aidan, Yafit, 2017. "Barriers and resources in transition to adulthood among at-risk young adults," Children and Youth Services Review, Elsevier, vol. 77(C), pages 147-152.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:cysrev:v:77:y:2017:i:c:p:147-152
    DOI: 10.1016/j.childyouth.2017.04.015
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