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Outback blends the best of the "ancient cultural systems" with the most effective and proven therapeutic processes. Your troubled teen will experience the highest standards of safety and therapy in the context of one of the most powerful settings for real change - the wilderness. Outback groups are single gender and comprise 6-9 students.

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Stepfathers Can Influence Boys But Not Girls' Sex Habits

Stepfathers can influence their stepsons to curb their sexual activities, but the effect does not hold for stepdaughters, according to a new study from Ball State University.

Dr. Chad Menning interviewed 923 middle- and high school students who had stepfathers. A strong relationship with a stepfather lowered a boy's chances for sexual activity. However, among girls, religion and their mothers' attitudes had more influence.

Dr. Menning said that his research has implications for gender-based designs for sexual education.

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