Publications by authors named "Shane Harrison"
PLOS Glob Public Health
June 2024
Article Synopsis
- Humanitarian emergencies affect adolescent boys (ages 9-19) in unique ways, often leading to significant child protection issues that extend beyond immediate crisis events.
- A case study of the 2017 Rohingya refugee crisis highlights various protection concerns, such as child labor, substance abuse, and neglect, which are particularly pronounced in boys who are unaccompanied, from vulnerable families, or have disabilities.
- The study underscores the need for humanitarian organizations to better recognize and address the complex challenges faced by adolescent boys in emergencies, emphasizing the importance of these issues for improving child health and protection efforts.
