This article examines the benefits of in-home family therapy with severely distressed families through the analysis of four cases that demonstrate the creative use of this intervention with families whose children were placed in a full-time day care facility. Although the efficacy of home intervention with distressed families has been documented,…

This article describes the results from a large, cross-sectional survey of social workers, psychologists, and licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) in Texas (N = 865) regarding their orientation toward and implementation of evidence-based practice (EBP). All social workers were recruited by e-mail using the state NASW Listserv (analysis…

Relates the experiences of a social worker in private practice who offered house calls as an ongoing setting for counseling and psychotherapy to individuals and families. Describes advantages and disadvantages, liability, and target populations. (JAC)

Proposes modifications of Problem Centered Systems Therapy (PCST)--a practice model for assessment and treatment--that addresses bicultural counseling with black families in general and black alcoholic families in particular. Defines culturally sensitive concepts considered important to treatment and integrates the identified concepts in…

Currently death is a subject of much study and discussion. Hospital social workers should capitalize on this new climate of opinion by reaching out to terminally ill patients and their families. (Author)

This article illustrates some specific advantages and practical considerations in the use of cotherapy during the family therapy process. (Author/DOW)

Most treatment programs for alcoholics and their families fail to show a systematic understanding of the interaction between the alcoholic, his drinking problem, and the family as a whole. Based on a review of the literature, the author presents a systems approach and ways of utilizing it in practice. (Author)

Draws on experiential and theoretical aspects of in-home family therapy to outline the applications and benefits of the family home as a therapeutic setting. Presents actual case material and current practices to challenge service providers to expand service options. (Author/ABL)

Argues that a major flaw in most family therapies is their overemphasis on interpersonal familial process, with insufficient attention to the role of genuine deficit in the so-called identified patient and to the influence of external forces generating conflicts. Reviews literature that highlights limitations inherent in family therapy.…

Compared the effectiveness of verbal and written contracts in family therapy (N=65). Results indicated that while neither technique was superior, there were several distinctions between them. Written contracts were more successful in communicating explicit goals. (JAC)

Reviews aftercare for schizophrenic individuals who have been discharged as a result of deinstitutionalization. Focuses on the nature of the problems caused by deinstitutionalization, the professional response, various aftercare milieus, family treatment modalities, and the clinical process. (Author/ABB)

Suggests that social workers develop a professional approach that includes the treatment of lesbian and gay clients within the context of the family. Discusses self disclosure, legal issues, family relationships, and friendship networks. (JAC)

Describes the use of the instant camera as a tool for counseling families of infants who fail to thrive. Taking photographs was enjoyable for the family and provided insight into family relationships for the therapist. It also provided continuity of motivation. (JAC)

Discusses the impact of relocating on corporate employees and their families and indicates the need for corporate services and social work intervention in this area. The author explores some of the psychosocial effects of relocating that have received little attention. (Author/BEF)

Addresses family's experience of caring for mentally ill family member at home. Proposes model of intervention that allows therapists and families to examine content and context of psychotic material and to intervene in nonthreatening ways. Proposed model is based on psychoeducation and communications theory. Develops effectiveness of content and…