Covers risk-relevant characteristics of young children and adolescents, comparing these to adult situations.
Teens tend to underestimate risks and overestimate their own abilities.
Some may try feats beyond their physical abilities without full appreciation of the danger. Adults working with this age group should nurture independence and at the same time set boundaries for acceptable behavior. For a longer excerpt, see the excerpt in the library . General Legal Principles Governing Interaction with Young People in Service pp. A General Risk Management Process for Dealing with Young People pp.