Guidelines for casework with the family of the alcoholic indicate the importance of understanding that alcoholism is a treatable disease, of letting the alcoholic suffer the consequences of his drinking, and of demonstrating how self-help groups can be a valuable resource to the alcoholic and his family. (Author)

Discusses why antipoverty programs intended for the really poor usually help only those who can help themselves. Suggests ways of combating the process of creaming the poor." (RJ)

Describes the Child Neglect Project of the Children and Youth Project at the Texas Health Science Center at Dallas. The development of the Child Neglect Severity Scale, an instrument measuring nine categories of neglect, is also briefly described. (RH)

Case coordination is an important social work activity with roots in the earliest objectives and functions of the profession. This article outlines the theoretical framework of case coordination and describes the tasks, skills, and knowledge essential to it. (Author)

Objective: The purpose of this study, which is part of a larger clinical trial, was to examine the cost-effectiveness of case management for individuals treated for substance abuse in a residential setting. Method: Clients who agreed to participate were randomly assigned to one of four study groups. Two groups received face-to-face case management…

An exploration of the educational experiences of foster children reveals serious problems of adjustment to the school environment. This study discloses patterns of defensive reactions and indicates ways in which insensitive handling by school personnel aggravates adjustment problems. Includes guidelines to reduce transition trauma and enhance the…

Social action should be an integral part of everyday casework practice, not merely an adjunct to it. The technique of environmental modification may be an important avenue for bringing this about. It can help bridge the gap between case advocacy and large-scale social action for generating institutional change. (Author)

Data on formal staff training activity by county welfare departments in the State of California from July 1, 1968, to June 30, 1969 are summarized. The counties were divided into three groups according to the number of employees; the total number of cases in all programs; and the scope of complexity of the agency programs and organizations. Some…

The purpose of the workshop on rehabilitation casework standards for the deaf was to provide an opportunity for specialized counselors to discuss common problems and possible solutions. A major outcome of the workshop was the establishment of a professional association, Professional Rehabilitation Workers with the Adult Deaf. The workshop was…

Research of the Child Welfare League of America is reviewed. This research aims to develop guidelines to assist the child welfare agency practitioner in deciding when the needs of children who come to the agency's attention can be better met by service in their own homes or through placement away from home. Initially data were collected from…

Methods to teach graduate students oral and writing skills for case advocacy were evaluated. Results suggest that students who learned the skills improved the organization, feasibility, and quality of their advocacy responses more than students who did not learn skills. (Author/MH)

Single subject design, recommended as applicable with any theoretical or practice perspective, is most often associated with behavioral techniques and task-centered strategies. The course described demonstrates the successful utilization of this method with students trained in psychodynamic treatment approaches. (Author/MH)

Examines the delayed reactions to the stress of war (posttraumatic stress disorders) of many Vietnam veterans and the problems their families face as a consequence. Presents a number of considerations for social work intervention. (JAC)

Describes the adaptation of social work practice skills to serve black urban youth gangs. Presents a model for practice which respects youths' right to self-determination and community needs. Model stages discussed include contact, rapport, setting goals, assigning roles, procuring resources, and evaluation. Model applicability is suggested. (NRB)