Prevalence and correlates of truancy among adolescents in Swaziland: findings from the Global School-Based Health Survey

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Educational attainment is an important determinant of diverse health outcomes. Truancy among adolescents jeopardizes chances of achieving their educational goals. Truant behaviors are also associated with various psychosocial problem...

Full description

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Rudatsikira Emmanuel, Muula Adamson S, Siziya Seter
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2007-11-01
Series:Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Mental Health
Online Access:http://www.capmh.com/content/1/1/15