Date of Award

Winter 4-28-2000

Document Type

Open Access Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Department

Social Work

First Advisor

Curt Paulsen

Second Advisor

Sumin Hsieh

Third Advisor

Cindy Cesare

Abstract

Youth who display aggressive tendencies has been a domain of

increasing interest in the arena of social work. This

qualitative program evaluation examined if Transitional

Services was viewed as helpful in reducing the clients'

aggressive episodes while participating in the program, This

study also investigated Anoka County's Transitional Services and

its mission to promote a smoother transition from a restrictive

out-of-home placement back into the clients home environment.

Five social workers completed a qualitative questionnaire that

focused on the program's services for its assistance in

lessening youth aggression, and factors pertaining to family

reunification. The outcomes are based on common themes and

patterns sited in the results. The findings suggested that

Transitional Services was a beneficial bridge that helped to

lessened client aggression while they were enrolled in the

program, and it helped the family reunification process.

Identifier

SC 11.MSW.2000.Peterson.L

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