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Posted: November 2005

A Health Profile of Adolescent and Young Adult Males (2005)

The transition from adolescence to young adulthood to adulthood involves changes in development and independence that have implications for health.  This brief highlights priority health issues for adolescent & young adult males and identifies key gender & racial/ethnic disparities. Health topics include violence, substance use, mental health, reproductive health and healthcare access & utilization.

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Adolescent, Young Adult, Males, Health
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