Adolescence is a period of rapid cognitive, emotional, and social development, often accompanied by experimentation and increased vulnerability. Adolescent risk assessment provides a structured way to identify behaviors, circumstances, and warning signs that may affect a young person’s safety and well-being.
When conducted ethically and developmentally appropriately, this assessment supports early intervention without defining adolescents by their challenges. It helps educators, families, and professionals understand individual needs while promoting informed decisions, protective factors, and positive development.
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