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The Child Well-Being Scales as a Clinical Tool and a Management Information System.

Authors :
Lyons, Peter
Doueck, Howard J.
Koster, Andrew J.
Witzky, Melissa K.
Kelly, Patricia L.
Source :
Child Welfare. Mar-Apr 1999 78(2):241-258.
Publication Year :
1999

Abstract

Describes implementation of a computerized version of the Child Welfare League of America's Child Well-Being Scales by a family services agency in southern Ontario. Reviews results obtained from 172 families to illustrate the potential for using computerized risk assessment as an aid in clinical, supervisory, and management decision-making processes at the agency; asserts that the scales have been useful. (EV)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0009-4021
Volume :
78
Issue :
2
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Child Welfare
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ582434
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Reports - Evaluative