Young people who are extremely vulnerable to the negative consequences of school failure, substance abuse, and early sexuality are referred to as _________.

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At-risk youth are young people who are at high risk for negative outcomes such as dropping out of school, substance abuse, and early sexual activity. They may face challenges such as poverty, neglect, and lack of parental support. The other choices do not accurately describe this group. Juvenile delinquents are youth who have committed crimes, the working poor are individuals and families who have jobs but still struggle to make ends meet, and latch-key youth are children who are left unsupervised after school due to their parents' work schedules.

Young People Who Are Extremely Vulnerable to the Negative Consequences