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A group model for adoption studies for special-needs children.

B J Forsythe, T W Marshall

    Child Welfare
    |January 1, 1984
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    The group method in adoption studies leads to more successful permanent placements compared to the individual method. This approach also optimizes the use of adoption professionals

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    Area of Science:

    • Social Work
    • Family Studies
    • Child Welfare

    Background:

    • Adoption services aim for successful, permanent child placements.
    • Efficient use of adoption staff time is crucial for service delivery.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To compare the effectiveness of group versus individual models in adoption studies.
    • To evaluate success in permanent placement and staff time efficiency.

    Main Methods:

    • Comparative analysis of adoption placement outcomes.
    • Assessment of adoption staff time utilization across different models.

    Main Results:

    • The group model demonstrated higher success rates in achieving permanent child placements.
    • The group model proved more efficient in the utilization of adoption staff members' time.

    Conclusions:

    • The group model is a more effective approach for adoption studies regarding permanent placements.
    • Adoption agencies should consider the group model for improved efficiency and outcomes.

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