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This article reviews a series of studies ranging from those focusing on high-risk youngsters to those attempting to effect changes in the social environments of the children. In each of the studies, direct efforts were made to formulate the projects with the input and participation of the recipients of the services. The implications of this value stance in preventive interventions are explored.
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Financial support for several of these projects was provided by the National Institute of Mental Health (Grant No. MH 40851).
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Jason, L.A., Rhodes, J.E. Children helping children: Implications for prevention. J Primary Prevent 9, 203–212 (1989). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01326543
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