"From the premier researchers, educators, and practitioners in the field, this handbook delivers practical methods to help young people with emotional or behavioral difficulties pursue their interests and goals as they move into greater career-oriented education, work, independence, and responsibility.

Professionals will learn strategies for handling key issues - such as drug and alcohol use, changing peer and family relationships, anger and impulse management, unemployment, homelessness, and school dropout - as they help young people find success in their personal and community lives. Administrators will obtain information about system development, policy, and funding strategies that work. Readers will also hear from the young adults who co-authored each chapter as they share their experiences and perspectives on growing into adulthood.

This book will inspire and guide mental health and child welfare professionals, educators, counselors, transition specialists, and families in improving the process and outcomes for these young people in transition."--BOOK JACKET.