Policy Brief: Lead Poisoning and Juvenile Delinquency

by Kids Forward | December 3, 2009

Home 9 Publications 9 Policy Brief: Lead Poisoning and Juvenile Delinquency

Check out a short policy brief that captures some of the research that clearly links the impact of exposure to lead (lead paint, leaded gasoline, etc.) on brain development, mental health, and delinquency.

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