Using Community Development for Prevention in Appalachia.

Porter, Robert A.; And Others

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Publication Date: 1982-Jul

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Using Community Development for Prevention in Appalachia.

Porter, Robert A.; And Others

Social Work, v27 n4 p302-07 Jul 1982

Presents community development as a strategy for achieving goals of prevention in small communities in Appalachia. Emphasizes the organization of social structures and collective efforts in problem and enhancing levels of physical and mental health in these vulnerable communities. (Author)

Descriptors: Community Development, Economic Factors, Evaluation Methods, Mental Health, Models, Needs, Prevention, Program Descriptions, Quality of Life, Social Change

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - General; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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