Mothers' Discussion Groups in Public Libraries.

Witkin, Lynne J.

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Publication Date: 1976

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Mothers' Discussion Groups in Public Libraries

Witkin, Lynne J.

Social Work, 21, 6, 525-526, Nov 76

This paper describes a community outreach program that is aimed at mothers of preschool children for the purposes of primary and secondary prevention of mental illness. The goals of the group meetings are to expand the mothers' problem-solving capacities and share child-rearing experiences. The groups are lead by health care professionals. (NG)

Descriptors: Child Rearing, Community Health Services, Community Programs, Discussion Groups, Females, Mental Health, Mothers, Outreach Programs, Program Descriptions, Skill Development

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