The story of Daniel

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Mcdermott, M. 1986. The story of Daniel. New Society.
AuthorsMcdermott, M.
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How hard does unemployment hit young people? In the first of two contrasting psychological studies the author describes how one Welsh 16 year old feels about his wasted life.

Keywordsunemployment; psychological profile
JournalNew Society
Year1986
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