Abstract: Parks and recreation departments (PARDs) can help alleviate societal problems associated with at-risk youths. To better position PARD programs for reducing risky behavior, there must be scientific evidence showing their impact on youths' knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors. The paper examines existing evaluation studies highlighting the positive outcomes of PARD programs. (SM)

Title: The At-Risk Youth Recreation Project.
Author: Witt, Peter A.; Crompton, John L.
Journal Citation: Parks and Recreation, v32 n1 p54-61 Jan 1997
ISSN: 0031-2215
Publication Year: 1997
Document Type: Project Description (141); Journal Article (080)
Target Audience: Parents
ERIC Identifier: EJ541991
Clearinghouse Identifier: SP525946
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Descriptors: * Adolescents; After School Programs; * At Risk Persons; Children; Community Programs; Community Responsibility; Crime Prevention; Extracurricular Activities; * Leisure Time; * Recreational Activities; Social Responsibility; Summer Programs; * Youth Programs

Identifiers: *Parks and Recreation Professionals