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Disorders
of behavior account for two-thirds of all referrals to child
psychiatrists. |
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Children
are both the victims and the perpetrators of violent crimes. |
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By
age 14- 15% of children carry a weapon for self-defense; 20%
have thought about attempting suicide; and 74% say they would
have no problem obtaining alcohol. |
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By
age 18- 31% of kids have left home for more than a night because
they were depressed or upset; 43% know adults who deal drugs;
and 69% say they could skip school without their parents knowing.
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