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Group homes: alternative to institutions.

J S Gordon

    Social Work
    |June 11, 1978
    PubMed
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    Group homes offer a successful alternative to hospitalization for adolescents. Nonprofessional counselors help young people resolve issues in residential care settings.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychiatry
    • Psychology
    • Social Work

    Background:

    • Adolescent mental health services are increasingly exploring alternative residential care models.
    • Group homes are emerging as a viable option for youth requiring intensive support.
    • Traditional hospitalization and long-term treatment face challenges in accessibility and effectiveness for some adolescents.

    Observation:

    • A specific group home setting was studied for its effectiveness with adolescents.
    • Participants included young people recommended for hospitalization or long-term residential treatment.
    • Nonprofessional counselors provided support within the group home environment.

    Findings:

    • Adolescents in the group home successfully dealt with their problems.
    • The intervention demonstrated positive outcomes for youth facing significant mental health challenges.

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  • Nonprofessional counseling within a group home setting proved effective.

    • Implications:

    • Group homes with nonprofessional counselors can be an effective alternative to traditional psychiatric hospitalization for adolescents.
    • This model offers a potentially more accessible and less restrictive care option.
    • Further research into the specific mechanisms of nonprofessional counseling in group homes is warranted.