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Citation |
Scott S, Harper Z. Child Abuse Rev. 2006; 15(5): 313-325. |
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Affiliation |
Barnardo's Policy and Research Unit, Tanners Lane, Barkingside, Ilford, Essex (sara.scott@barnardos.org.uk) |
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Copyright |
(Copyright © 2006, John Wiley and Sons) |
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Abstract |
This article is concerned with the relationship between research, policy and service development. It outlines some of the findings of a two-year research study exploring the extent of, and responses to, the service needs of young people at risk of sexual exploitation in London. The study is described as a case study in conducting policy-relevant research into a 'hidden' social problem. Some challenges of such research are identified. In particular, we discuss our utilisation of the Multiple Indicator Method as a means of estimating a 'hard to count' population. |