A literature review comparing the outcomes of residential group care and therapeutic foster care

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This article examines the effectiveness of residential group care and therapeutic foster care of highly troubled children and teenagers. The authors, analyzing a large body of literature on the subject, argue that studies are inconclusive and much more research needs to be conducted.

Research, Evaluation, Social services, Social service, Social sciences, Social science methods, Foster home care, Group homes

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Learned mothering: raising a child with ADHD

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This article discusses mothers' experiences in raising children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Topics include a brief description of the disorder, parenting technique, stress, grief, and therapy.

Psychological aspects, Parenting, Mother and child, Mother-child relations, Mothers, Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

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Behavior management principles: incorporating a biopsychosocial perspective

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This article offers some techniques for child behavior management from a social work perspective. Topics include positive intervention, autonomy, planning, and reward.

Children, Social work, Behavior therapy, Behavior modification, Behavior therapy for children, Social work with children

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