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Sherman, Robert – American Journal of Family Therapy, 1983
Outlines Action Counseling, a normological, problem-solving method, which capitalizes on the strengths of poor families for solving family problems and improving their situation. Steps include setting a theme, identifying and clarifying positively stated goals, designing mutually agreed upon action plans, overcoming obstacles, obtaining…
Descriptors: Change Strategies, Counseling Techniques, Family (Sociological Unit), Family Characteristics