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KMID : 0608020090170020153
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Korean Journal of Family Therapy
2009 Volume.17 No. 2 p.153 ~ p.173
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A Solution-Focused Group Approach to Helping Children in Poverty
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Kim Yu-Soon
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Abstract
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This study evaluated the effectiveness of an 8-week solution-focused group program to improve the psycho-social adaptability of children in poverty. A convenience sample of children 8 to 11years old from low income families were recruited through 4 community after-school programs in Seoul, Korea. A total of 28 children completed pre and post tests, including measures of self-esteem, aggressiveness, and communication abilities. Results demonstrated that the program was effective in raising the children’s self-esteem, enhancing their communication abilities, and reducing their aggressiveness. The present study suggests that solution-focused group programs such as the one developed in this study can significantly help with the socio-emotional problems of children from low income families.
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KEYWORD
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solution-focused group, self-esteem, communication, aggressiveness, children in poverty
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