Adolescent Alienation

Adolescent alienation is a difficult problem facing many U.S. schools. A better understanding of the parameters and defining factors of student alienation could provide useful information concerning needed school modifications. This article defines alienation, discusses the constructs of alienation, suggests questions educators can ask if they suspect a student is feeling alienated, and discusses strategies/interventions school staff and educators can use to decrease student alienation.

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