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Download full textMcManus, Marilyn, Ed. – Focal Point, 1995
This newsletter theme issue discusses collaboration between professionals and families whose children have emotional disorders. Background information is provided on the concept of empowerment and the development of collaboration as a principle for delivering services. Factors that lead to empowerment and barriers experienced by families are…
Descriptors: Agency Cooperation, Community Programs, Community Services, Coordination
Focal Point, 1992
This newsletter issue focuses on the theme of fostering collaboration between parents and professionals in meeting the mental health needs of children. Structured group interviews (focus groups) were held with both parents and professionals who have been members of decision making boards and committees. Interview excerpts illustrate findings that…
Descriptors: Behavior Disorders, Child Advocacy, Cooperation, Decision Making
McManus, Marilyn C., Ed. – Focal Point, 1996
This theme issue of a bulletin on family support and children's mental health focuses on managed care and the impact on children who are in need of mental health services. Articles include: "Private Sector Managed Care and Children's Mental Health" (Ira S. Lourie and others); "Just What Is Managed Care?" (Chris Koyanagi);…
Descriptors: Advocacy, Behavior Change, Children, Cultural Awareness
