Life on streets.
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چکیده
OBJECTIVE Millions of children leave home in hope of finding a more tolerable life. The study tries to find out the kind of life they lead once out on the streets. METHODS Cross-sectional study of all street boys admitted to a Child Observation Home in New Delhi during specified 6 months. Questions regarding various aspects of survival on streets were asked. RESULTS Majority are forced to work in informal sector for survival with earnings well below the minimum wages. To escape from the exploitation and hardships, many begin abusing substances. The street experience leads to hopelessness for the future and suicidal tendencies. CONCLUSION After circumstances at home force these kids to escape, they are caught up in yet another world of exploitation, hunger, violence and abuse.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Indian journal of pediatrics
دوره 74 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2007