Lambs and Lions
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.1921/gpwk.v14i1.556Keywords:
<i>groupwork</i>, <i>child maltreatment</i>, <i>assertiveness</i>, <i>self-esteem</i>, <i>psychoeducation</i>Abstract
Didactic parent training classes are often the treatment of choice for parents reported for child maltreatment. While these classes can be effective, they do little to reduce parents’ social isolation, a key contributor to child maltreatment and family stress. Herein, two psychoeducational support groups for maltreating parents are described, in which parenting is not the primary focus of curriculum. The Learning About Myself group is aimed at parents being served for neglect, and is focused on improving social skills and social networks, in order to reduce depression and social isolation. The Rightful Options and Resources group is aimed at women experiencing woman abuse, in order to increase assertiveness skills in relationships and reduce social isolation. The curriculum and group content of each group is described, with evaluative results of the effect on social relationships.
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Berry, M., & Letendre, J. (2013). Lambs and Lions. Groupwork, 14(1), 30-45. https://doi.org/10.1921/gpwk.v14i1.556
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