Investing in the Health and Well-Being of Young Adults
- Copyright
- 2015
- Published By
- The National Academies Press
This report describes what is meant by the term young adulthood, who young adults are, what they are doing, and what they need. It also includes recommended actions that nonprofit programs and federal, state, and local agencies can take to help young adults make a successful transition from adolescence to adulthood. The report also discusses the health status of young adults and makes recommendations to develop evidence-based practices for young adults for medical and behavioral health, including preventions.