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Several forms of progress in the development of clinical practice theory and method are identified. There is a renewed positive valuation of psychodynamic approaches, a general acceptance of a systems framework, and a greater operationalization of procedures. The current controversy between the social work scientists and artists concerning research strategies is discussed. Three promising new perspectives—of morality, spirituality, and hermeneutics-are briefly interpreted.
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Siporin, M. Current social work perspectives on clinical practice. Clin Soc Work J 13, 198–217 (1985). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00754647
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