A Volunteer Program for Abnormal Psychology Students: Eighteen Years and Still Going Strong.

Scogin, Forrest; Rickard, Henry C.

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Publication Date: 1987

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A Volunteer Program for Abnormal Psychology Students: Eighteen Years and Still Going Strong.

Scogin, Forrest; Rickard, Henry C.

Teaching of Psychology, v14 n2 p95-97 Apr 1987

A volunteer experience in abnormal psychology is described. The program has been operating for 18 years, and student reactions have been quite positive. The program augments the traditional course offerings and provides reciprocal service for the University of Alabama and mental health facilities. Guidelines for implementing a volunteer program are outlined, and suggestions for management are offered. (Author)

Descriptors: Course Descriptions, Higher Education, Mental Health Programs, Psychopathology, School Community Programs, School Community Relationship, Undergraduate Study, Volunteers

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - General; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Language: English

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