Romance and Sex in Adolescence and Emerging Adulthood: Risks and Opportunities

The nature and origin of adolescents' sexual and romantic relationships and policies and programs for addressing these issues in schools and communities are examined in this volume.Experts from psychology, social work, sociology, family studies, and public policy examine how young adults face choices about family formation given the rise in cohabitation and divorce.The book addresses the development of romantic relationships, how early romantic and sexual relationships influence an individuals'development and life choices, and the extent to which current trends in these relationships are problematic for individuals, families, and communities.