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The hidden homelessness among America’s high school students

The hidden homelessness among America’s high school students

One in 30. That’s what a new first-of-its-kind study found was the number of students ages 13 to 17 who have experienced homelessness in the past year. The figure represents about 700,000 young people nationwide. When a student is homeless in high school, it can cause high levels of stress and anxiety. While other students are able […] … learn more→

Educated and homeless: From Ivy League to life on the streets

Homelessness is defined as a condition in which a person or family lacks a permanent nighttime residence and must instead rely on temporary housing arrangements, or places not regularly intended for human accommodations, like a car, park, or train station. When homelessness is coupled with disability and becomes long-term, it is known as chronic homelessness. […] … learn more→