This book is an invaluable resource reflecting key research from government and NGO reports on various aspects of adolescence and literature from academic journals, combined with the authors' expert analysis and commentary. This textbook examines and appraises on-going research in areas such as adolescent attitudes and behaviours, youth crime and victimisation, recreation, media, and youth work. It is written for students of psychology, social policy, social care, social science, youth work, nursing and related disciplines in Ireland.

Much of the text is of practical relevance and is suitable for youth workers, psychologists, counsellors, social care workers, lecturers, teachers, youth service providers and policy makers.