Multi-problem families are at risk of dissolution and homelessness. Cultural, social, economic, educational and family structural problems and differences often bring unbearable pressure upon families. Traditionally, a single problem or a family member was identified as the causal factor. Quite often a family member was removed from the home.…

While it is clear that health status is important in determining morale, and that social contact also contributes to morale, the interaction of health status and social contact on morale is not well understood. Elderly frail community residents (N=40) were interviewed twice in a 1-year period about their contact with friends, grandchildren,…

Investigators and service providers have indicated the need for a tool to identify elderly victims of abuse and neglect. Identifying factors related to the risk of elder abuse/neglect can be useful in planning services and targeting limited resources for preventing future problems. A 93-item Risk Assessment Tool was created and over 100 risk…

The final part of a three part study of developmentally disabled persons in Washington State, this document focuses on clients of the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), ages 19 through 26, who appeared to be eligible for DDD services but were not enrolled with the DDD (group C). Telephone interviews were conducted with parents of 55…

A support program was developed at the John F. Kennedy Medical Center in Edison, New Jersey for families of handicapped children (from birth to the age of 3) who are involved in an early intervention program. A cognitive-behavioral model (the Coping with Stress Model) was designed to help families assess coping effectiveness. The process, which…

This article discusses the responsibilities of health educators to the elderly and to community understanding of the aging process. (JS)

The final report presents objectives, procedures, and evaluation information on a training outreach program for young gifted handicapped children and their families. Project goals, services to families, staff development, and dissemination activities are outlined. The bulk of the document is composed of appendixes, including sample media stories…

THE CONTRIBUTORS TO THIS PUBLICATION EXAMINE HYPOTHESES ABOUT FAMILY LIFE AND SOCIETAL PRESSURES AND THEIR EFFECTS ON THE CHILDREN OF THE RICH AND POOR. PROFESSOR HYLAN LEWIS FOCUSES HIS ATTENTION ON THE INTERRELATION OF ETHNICITY, RACE, AND POVERTY, PARTICULARLY THE RELATED ISSUES OF ONE-PARENT FAMILIES, FAMILY PLANNING, AND THE GUARANTEED…

A DEVELOPMENTAL FRAME OF REFERENCE WAS USED AS A WAY OF VIEWING THE EMERGENCE AND/OR PERPETUATION OF PATHOLOGY IN A FAMILY. THIS FRAME OF REFERENCE INCLUDES SEVERAL ACCOMPANYING CONCEPTS. RESISTANCE TO CHANGE IS SEEN AS A FUNDAMENTAL DYNAMIC FACTOR IN FIELD (FAMILY) PATHOLOGY WITH INTERPERSONAL SUBSYSTEMS WITHIN THE FAMILY ACTING AS PERPETUATORS…

The authors introduce some basic concepts essential to techniques for conducting interviews with the families of handicapped children. Dysfunctional and functional characteristics of a family system are outlined. Techniques for leading families into functional ways of interacting are discussed, with examples given. It is concluded that the goal in…

This appraoch to treating child abusers incorporates the philosophies of Rational Behavior Training and Reality Therapy into a therapeutic strategy that helps clients to learn skills in making rational decisions that can aid them in living harmoniously within the family structure. Five specific techniques are presented. (Author)

This study investigates changes in child behavior following a clearly defined program of Adlerian Family Counseling, using a control group of families who did not participate in counseling. (Author)

A three-part training model in diagnosing marital and family systems is described. The first unit introduced diagnostic tools and techniques. The second focuses on family systems theory and its relation to diagnosis. The third integrates the derived theory of diagnosing marital and family systems with clinical application. (Author)

The author maintains that, by placing Indian children with their extended families, their cultural identity needs during adolescence will be looked after and the integrity of Indian families will be protected. (RTS)

"Reciprocity," a social simulation game based on exchange theory, was developed to study dynamics of power relationships in the context of marriage and the family. The manner in which Reciprocity may be used to study power in family relationships is illustrated in terms of a husband-wife and a parent-teen version. (Author)