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Runaway Youth: Caring for the Nation's Largest Segment of Missing Children

Thresia B Gambon1, Janna R Gewirtz O'Brien2,

  • 1Citrus Health Network, Miami, Florida; and.

Pediatrics
|January 23, 2020
PubMed

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Runaway and thrownaway youth face significant health challenges and limited access to care. Pediatricians can identify at-risk adolescents and manage their unique medical, mental health, and social needs.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Adolescent Health
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Runaway and thrownaway youth constitute a significant portion of missing children.
  • These unaccompanied youth experience high rates of trauma, mental illness, substance use, pregnancy, and STIs.
  • They face substantial unmet healthcare needs and barriers to accessing care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide clinical guidance for healthcare professionals on identifying adolescents at risk of running away or being thrown away.
  • To outline the management of the unique medical, mental health, and social needs of these youth.
  • To emphasize the role of pediatricians in supporting runaway youth and connecting them with resources.

Main Methods:

  • Clinical guidance development based on existing literature and expert consensus.
  • Focus on identification of at-risk populations including victims of abuse, LGBTQ+ youth, and those in protective custody.
  • Emphasis on comprehensive management strategies addressing physical, mental, and social well-being.

Main Results:

  • Runaway and thrownaway youth are at high risk for further trauma, victimization, and violence.
  • Specific populations, including abuse victims and LGBTQ+ youth, are disproportionately affected.
  • Pediatricians can play a crucial role in mitigating risks and improving outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • Healthcare professionals must be equipped to identify and manage the complex needs of runaway and thrownaway youth.
  • Early intervention and supportive relationships are key to improving long-term outcomes.
  • Collaboration with community resources is essential for effective care and risk reduction.

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