Written for those who work with parents, adolescents, and children in various family contexts, this book describes the practical process of assessment and intervention which can lead to empowering individual families and improving their quality of life.
About the Author
Martin Herbert is Honorary Consultant Clinical Psychologist at the Royal and Devon Exeter Health Care Trust and Emeritus Professor at the University of Exeter.
Karen V. Harper-Dorton is Professor of Social Work at West Virginia University and Director of the Reverend Ruth Burgess Center for West Virginia Families and Communities.
Features
Discusses ways of assessing and thinking about family problems and intervening in problem situations.
Sees improved quality of living as the most desirable outcome for both helpers and clients.
Emphasises the importance of ongoing evaluation of all practices and programs.
Avoids being prescriptive or assuming that general advice can meet all cases.
