Indian Journal of Social Work, 55(3), July 1994, pp.419-432.
Publisher:
Tata Institute of Social Sciences
In the context of social work, many critical issues in Asia's "Four Tigers" are profoundly different from their Western counterparts. It is possible that certain elements of a common culture have different effects on social work as a profession. What are the effects of a strong family structure on social development? Can these countries retain their tradition and cultural identity while reconciling the impact of Western influences? The purpose of this paper is to examine how Chinese culture gives Hong Kong, Singapore, and Taiwan their specific characteristics in social work and to assess the extent to which these societies are dealing with their recurrent social, political and economic dilemmas. Issues and strategies in which social work can be directed toward the realisation of social goals are also discussed.
In the context of social work, many critical issues in Asia's "Four Tigers" are profoundly different from their Western counterparts. It is possible that certain elements of a common culture have different effects on social work as a profession. What are the effects of a strong family structure on social development? Can these countries retain their tradition and cultural identity while reconciling the impact of Western influences? The purpose of this paper is to examine how Chinese culture gives Hong Kong, Singapore, and Taiwan their specific characteristics in social work and to assess the extent to which these societies are dealing with their recurrent social, political and economic dilemmas. Issues and strategies in which social work can be directed toward the realisation of social goals are also discussed.
International Social Work, 34(1), January 1991, pp.69-82.
Publisher:
Sage
... perspective unfolds for individuals, families and society in perceptions on family life and provides the basis for comparative analysis.
This paper analyses the changing societal values impacting on marriage, family structure and child-rearing in contemporary complex systems. In highly complex systems such as the USA and USSR, there are unique factors that give rise to what constitutes the normative values, structural configurations and behavioural manifestations of the family. If the common core to marriage and family structure deals with how individuals deal with the problems of choices and if choice is considered critical to the values of social work, then it would be propitious to design a prototype multidimensional model to analyse and compare value choices in family life in different economic and political systems of comparable scientific and technological development. These choices establish how a multidimensional perspective unfolds for individuals, families and society in perceptions on family life and provides the basis for comparative analysis.
In the midst of a ‘care crisis’, attention has turned again to families who are viewed both as untapped care resources and as disappearing ones. Within this apparent policy/demographic impasse, we test empirically theorised trajectories of family care, creating evidence of diverse patterns of care across the lifecourse. The study sample, drawn from a Statistics Canada national survey of family
(Edited publisher abstract)
In the midst of a ‘care crisis’, attention has turned again to families who are viewed both as untapped care resources and as disappearing ones. Within this apparent policy/demographic impasse, we test empirically theorised trajectories of family care, creating evidence of diverse patterns of care across the lifecourse. The study sample, drawn from a Statistics Canada national survey of family care, comprised all Canadians aged 65 and older who had ever provided care (N = 3,299). Latent Profile Analysis yielded five distinct care trajectories: compressed generational, broad generational, intensive parent care, career care and serial care. They differed in age of first care experience, number of care episodes, total years of care and amount of overlap among episodes. Trajectories generally corresponded to previously hypothesised patterns but with additional characteristics that added to our understanding of diversity in lifecourse patterns of care. The five trajectories identified provide the basis for further understanding how time and events unfold in various ways across lifecourses of care. A gap remains in understanding how relationships with family and social network members evolve in the context of care. A challenge is presented to policy makers to temper a ‘families by stealth’ policy approach with one that supports family carers who are integral to health and social care systems.
(Edited publisher abstract)
International Journal of Care and Caring, 3(2), 2019, pp.147-163.
Publisher:
Policy Press
More than 30 years ago, Elder theorised multiple life-course trajectories in domains such as family and work, punctuated by transitions that create the structure and rhythm of individual lives. The authors argue that in the context of population ageing, family care should be added as a life-course domain. They conceptualise life courses of family care with core elements of ‘care as doing’ and ‘care as being in relationship’, creating hypothetical family care trajectories to illustrate the diversity of life-course patterns of care. The framework provides a basis for considering influences of care on cumulative advantage/disadvantage for family carers.
(Edited publisher abstract)
More than 30 years ago, Elder theorised multiple life-course trajectories in domains such as family and work, punctuated by transitions that create the structure and rhythm of individual lives. The authors argue that in the context of population ageing, family care should be added as a life-course domain. They conceptualise life courses of family care with core elements of ‘care as doing’ and ‘care as being in relationship’, creating hypothetical family care trajectories to illustrate the diversity of life-course patterns of care. The framework provides a basis for considering influences of care on cumulative advantage/disadvantage for family carers.
(Edited publisher abstract)
Social Work and Social Sciences Review, 18(3), 2016, pp.68-79.
Publisher:
Whiting and Birch
An increased focus on ‘family’ has developed as part of the social investment state in many countries. In the particular case of England, an intensive state gaze on so-called Troubled Families has developed, where the emphasis is on families with more complex issues that draw on the financial resources of the state. Taking a historical perspective, an exploration of literature across several decades shows some continuity in the ideas of the troubled or problem family: interesting similarities across the decades are highlighted. Along with these portrayals, ideas about how such families can be supported are presented through this historical lens. Thus, contemporary support to families is then problematized, as arguably such support now occupies a space where the retrenched rights (to support) and the vigorously emphasised responsibilities (of individual behaviour and labour market activation) intersect. This article adds to debates on the discourse surrounding troubled families and the neoliberal policy management of the family, providing a discussion of the role of support in such a context.
(Publisher abstract)
An increased focus on ‘family’ has developed as part of the social investment state in many countries. In the particular case of England, an intensive state gaze on so-called Troubled Families has developed, where the emphasis is on families with more complex issues that draw on the financial resources of the state. Taking a historical perspective, an exploration of literature across several decades shows some continuity in the ideas of the troubled or problem family: interesting similarities across the decades are highlighted. Along with these portrayals, ideas about how such families can be supported are presented through this historical lens. Thus, contemporary support to families is then problematized, as arguably such support now occupies a space where the retrenched rights (to support) and the vigorously emphasised responsibilities (of individual behaviour and labour market activation) intersect. This article adds to debates on the discourse surrounding troubled families and the neoliberal policy management of the family, providing a discussion of the role of support in such a context.
(Publisher abstract)
Social Work Now: the Practice Journal of Child, Youth and Family, 44, December 2009, pp.20-23.
Publisher:
Child, Youth and Family (Department of Child, Youth and Family Services, Te Tari Awhina I te Tamaiti, te Rangatahi, tae atu ki te Whanau)
As part of special Christmas edition, key social work writers, thinkers and practitioners from New Zealand talk about the books that have most influenced them in their career. In this article, the author chooses a diverse selection of books that relate to child welfare practice.
As part of special Christmas edition, key social work writers, thinkers and practitioners from New Zealand talk about the books that have most influenced them in their career. In this article, the author chooses a diverse selection of books that relate to child welfare practice.
Community Mental Health Journal, 46(1), February 2010, pp.482-485.
Publisher:
Springer
The onset of a mental illness is a traumatic experience for all the members of a family. While the mental illness in their family member may be life long, family members can experience their own recovery from the trauma, just as their family member with a mental illness can experience recovery. This article will describe the family recovery process.
The onset of a mental illness is a traumatic experience for all the members of a family. While the mental illness in their family member may be life long, family members can experience their own recovery from the trauma, just as their family member with a mental illness can experience recovery. This article will describe the family recovery process.
The author talks to Alison Henderson about her work with prisoners and their families. Alison developed the idea for Walk the Line, a support group for families affected by prison, and is also developing educational materials for US families who have a loved one in prison.
The author talks to Alison Henderson about her work with prisoners and their families. Alison developed the idea for Walk the Line, a support group for families affected by prison, and is also developing educational materials for US families who have a loved one in prison.
Journal of Social Service Research, 33(2), 2006, pp.1-12.
Publisher:
Taylor and Francis
Place of publication:
Philadelphia, USA
This paper uses data from the Milwaukee TANF Applicant Study to examine what a sample of 1,075 TANF applicants from Milwaukee County knew about Wisconsin's TANF program and its relationship to other programs for low-income families. The data suggest that there were significant gaps in knowledge about the program both at the time of application and approximately 18 months later. Although
This paper uses data from the Milwaukee TANF Applicant Study to examine what a sample of 1,075 TANF applicants from Milwaukee County knew about Wisconsin's TANF program and its relationship to other programs for low-income families. The data suggest that there were significant gaps in knowledge about the program both at the time of application and approximately 18 months later. Although there was a positive relationship between knowledge about the program and participation, even those who participated in the program were frequently confused. This confusion could also account for some of the discrepancies found when applicant self-reports were compared to state administrative data. (Copies of this article are available from: Haworth Document Delivery Centre, Haworth Press Inc., 10 Alice Street, Binghamton, NY 13904-1580).