Table 3.

Attributes and skills of homeless young people

Attributes	Skills
Responsibility: for themselves, their futures,  and any pets they acquire	Coping skills: to conform to adverse conditions
Aspirations/goals: to admire and emulate  those who have transitioned off the streets	Interpersonal skills: to interact appropriately  with others for their well-being
Maturity: developing a sense of judgment as to  who to trust and what to share	Organizational skills: to coordinate times, places,  services, etc.
Positive attitude: to meet day-to-day life  challenges	Observational skills: to guard and protect against  predators
Trust: relying on others	Problem-solving skills: to find, access, and utilize  resources