Developing and improving after-school programs to enhance youth's personal growth and adjustment [Special issue]

Author(s): Durlak, Joseph A.; Mahoney, Joseph L.; Bohnert, Amy M.; Parente, Maria E.
Date Issued: June 2010
Description: A special issue of the American Journal of Community Psychology, focusing on both the implementation of after school programs and the developmental outcomes of their school-age attendees
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Journal Title: American Journal of Community Psychology
Volume Number: 45
Issue Number: 3-4
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Topics: Programs, Interventions & Curricula > Programs > Out-Of-School Time
ISSN: 0091-0562 Paper
1573-2770 Online
Peer Reviewed: yes
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