Family Therapy with Delinquents: A Critical Review of the Literature
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-1986
Description
A critical review of the theoretical and outcome studies on family therapy with delinquents is presented. Assessment of the theoretical developments reveals that families of delinquents may be distinguishable from other families by their interactional sequences and processes. The available outcome studies within the field indicate that family therapy is viable for interventions with this population, with behavioral, structural, strategic, and communication approaches receiving the most support, but more specific and robust evidence is still needed. Trends in the research and critical issues are identified and used to provide suggestions for future research and practice.
Citation Information
TOLAN, Patrick H.; CROMWELL, RONALD E.; and BRASSWELL, MICHAEL. 1986. Family Therapy with Delinquents: A Critical Review of the Literature. Family Process. Vol.25(4). 619-649. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1545-5300.1986.00619.x PMID: 3817134 ISSN: 0014-7370