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Time-extended family interviewing

D B Breslow, B G Hron

    Family Process
    |March 1, 1977
    PubMed
    Summary

    This family therapy technique uses extended interview times to improve case progress. Longer sessions highlight the crucial role of time in effective casework.

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    Area of Science:

    • Family Therapy
    • Clinical Psychology
    • Psychotherapy

    Background:

    • Traditional family therapy sessions are typically one hour long.
    • The effectiveness of short-term interventions can be limited.
    • Case progression is a key metric in therapeutic success.

    Observation:

    • A novel family therapy approach, time-extended family interviewing, was developed.
    • This technique involves planned, extended interview durations ranging from three to seven hours.
    • These extended sessions are implemented at specific junctures in a case for defined objectives.

    Findings:

    • Extended interview durations facilitate significant case movement and progress.
    • The extended timeframe allows for deeper exploration and intervention.
    • This method addresses the limitations of conventional session lengths.

    Implications:

    • Time-extended family interviewing offers a potent strategy for enhancing therapeutic outcomes.
    • The approach underscores the critical importance of temporal dimensions in casework.
    • This technique provides a valuable tool for therapists seeking to overcome treatment impasses.

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