The Perils of Borrowing: Role of the Professional in Mutual Help Groups.

Silverman, Phyllis R.

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ERIC Number: EJ338594

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1986

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The Perils of Borrowing: Role of the Professional in Mutual Help Groups.

Silverman, Phyllis R.

Journal for Specialists in Group Work, v11 n2 p68-73 May 1986

The differences between help offerer by members of mutual help groups and help offered by trained professionals are clarified. The perils for professionals who emulate the methods of mutual help associations are discussed. (Author)

Descriptors: Counseling Techniques, Peer Groups, Professional Personnel, Self Help Programs, Social Support Groups

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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