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EJ430590 SO522336

Title: Resiliency and Vulnerability to Adverse Developmental Outcomes Associated with Poverty.
Author(s): Garmezy, Norman
Source: American Behavioral Scientist, v34 n4 p416-30 Mar-Apr 1991
Publication Date: 1991
ISSN: 0002-7642
Language: English
Document Type: Information Analysis (070); Journal articles (080)
Journal Announcement: CIJDEC1991

Reviews research related to the problem of disadvantaged children. Finds situational, geographical, and familial continuities mentioned along with factors of socioeconomic class and maternal disadvantaged biology. Observes studies show that many of the disadvantaged are able to overcome early difficulties. Concentrates on protective cultural factors and makes recommendations for future research. (NL)

Descriptors: Black Family; *Cultural Influences; *Disadvantaged Youth; Economic Factors; *Environmental Influences; *Family Characteristics; High Risk Students; Higher Education; *Institutional Characteristics; *Poverty; Social Science Research; Teacher Influence