Counseling Psychology and Welfare Reform: Implications and Opportunities.

Edwards, Scott A.; Rachal, K. Chris; Dixon, David N.

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ERIC Number: EJ589214

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Publication Date: 1999

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Counseling Psychology and Welfare Reform: Implications and Opportunities.

Edwards, Scott A.; Rachal, K. Chris; Dixon, David N.

Counseling Psychologist, v27 n2 p263-84 Mar 1999

Reviews the passage of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act (PRA) of 1996 and examines its details and implications. Discusses the philosophies and values of counseling psychology in the context of realities and misconceptions of the past welfare system. Recommends points of entry for counseling psychologists. (Author/GCP)

Descriptors: Counseling Psychology, Counseling Services, Economically Disadvantaged, Social Responsibility, Welfare Recipients, Welfare Reform, Welfare Services

Publication Type: Information Analyses; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Laws, Policies, & Programs: Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunities Reconciliation Act

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