Life on the electronic frontier: The application of technology to group work
- 1 December 1998
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in The Journal for Specialists in Group Work
- Vol. 23 (4) , 428-445
- https://doi.org/10.1080/01933929808411411
Abstract
This article briefly explores historical perspectives on technology and the current state of the art in technology as it relates to community and group work. Possible applications and limitations of technology for information dissemination, skill development, support, counseling, and therapy are explored. Furthermore, arguments in the debate on the inclusion of technology into group work are outlined, including the impact of technology on relationship dynamics, group process, ethical and legal issues, client expectations, computer dependency, diversity, and other pragmatic concerns.Keywords
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