Social work practice toward enhancing competence in family planning
Burnstein, M.J.
Perspectives in Social Work 2(1): 136-143
1968
ISSN/ISBN: 0079-1040 PMID: 12275306 Document Number: 473714
Competence in family planning possessing the ability to limit conception so that children are produced by choice. More attention must be directed toward family planning by social workers because of its importance in family welfare. They should help clients know that family planning might help in preventing family problems and promoting family health. The workers should determine whether their clients use or have ever used family planning, and who takes responsibility for it. Discussion of the physiology of the various methods can help alleviate many unwanted fears. The subject of family planning is also important in dealing with adolescent groups. As social work practice incorporates family planning as an integral part of its profession, it will become more effective.