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Investing in the Health and Well-Being of Young Adults

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Investing in the Health and Well-Being of Young Adults
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Publisher: National Academies Press
ISBN/ASIN: 0309309956
ISBN-13: 9780309309950
Number of pages: 503

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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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