Peer reviewed
Direct linkERIC Number: EJ813611
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2003
Pages: 3
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ISSN: ISSN-1089-5701
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Recasting Problems as Potentials in Group Work
Laursen, Erik K.; Oliver, Vernon
Reclaiming Children and Youth: The Journal of Strength-based Interventions, v12 n1 p46-48 Spr 2003
Problem-solving groups can become preoccupied with deficit and deviance, while overlooking potential and resources. This article describes methods for using problems as an entree into the development of strengths and solutions. (Contains 1 table.)
Descriptors: Personality Traits, Adolescents, Counseling Techniques, Definitions, Client Characteristics, Client Characteristics (Human Services), Social Development, Social Environment, Socialization, Coping, Social Capital, Social Work, Counseling Theories, Behavior Problems, Problem Solving, Attitude Change, Adolescent Attitudes, Disabilities, Psychological Patterns, Group Counseling, Group Therapy
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Elementary Secondary Education
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Language: English
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