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- Title
Homelessness in the United States: assessing changes in prevalence and public opinion, 1993-2001.
- Authors
Tompsett, Carolyn J; Toro, Paul A; Guzicki, Melissa; Manrique, Manuel; Zatakia, Jigna
- Abstract
A national survey was administered in 1993-1994 (N = 360) and repeated in 2001 (N = 435) to assess the prevalence of homelessness as well as attitudes, opinions and knowledge regarding homelessness. No significant changes in prevalence were found, despite a strong US economy during most of the 7-8 year period. Respondents in 2001 had less stereotyped views of homeless people and were more supportive of services, but came to see homelessness as a less serious problem that was less often due to economic factors. This "mixed" set of findings may reflect both beliefs on the benefits of a good economy and an increased awareness of the complexity of homelessness. Across the surveys, younger, female, liberal, and less wealthy respondents demonstrated more sympathetic attitudes towards homeless people.
- Publication
American journal of community psychology, 2006, Vol 37, Issue 1-2, p47
- ISSN
0091-0562
- Publication type
Journal Article
- DOI
10.1007/s10464-005-9007-2