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Peer reviewedPituch, Martha; Bruggeman, Janet – Children Today, 1982
Emphasizing that the family unit is the primary force in coping with asthma, the Lungs Unlimited program provides education and counseling and teaches self-management procedures to children and families. The program is described and its effectiveness is indicated. (RH)
Descriptors: Asthma, Children, Family Role, Health Education
Peer reviewedChaney, Reece – Journal for Specialists in Group Work, 1979
Parent study groups have the potential to reach a large segment of the parent population. These self-help groups do not require a substantial number of professionals to provide help for parents. Parents quickly accept study groups because they can readily see the results of their efforts with their children. (Author)
Descriptors: Group Discussion, Parent Associations, Parent Child Relationship, Parent Counseling
Peer reviewedKlass, Dennis; Shinners, Beth – Omega: Journal of Death and Dying, 1982
Describes the role of the counselor in self-help groups for the bereaved. Based on experience with the Compassionate Friends, a group of bereaved parents, the counselors' most useful role appears to be that of an intermediary, resource person, and facilitator of group processes and organization. (Author/JAC)
Descriptors: Coping, Counselor Role, Death, Grief
