Homelessness Myths

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Around a half million people are homeless in the US on any given night, but the street homeless who are most visible often incorrectly influence our assumptions about the homeless. A noted researcher discusses myths and truths about their addictions, employment, residences, and more, and why people often become homeless.

Guests: Dr. Deborah Padgett, Professor of Social Work and Global Public Health, Silver School of Social Work, New York University Additional Links: Deborah Padgett, PhD – American Academy of Social Work & Social Welfare fellow