The authors suggest a need for uniform standards in collection of outcome data to establish a basis for comparison of efficacy among programs. Recommendations include tracking comparison or control groups, grouping clients in terms of length of disability, computing success rate on the basis of number of clients who completed their program, using relevant subcategories when reporting return to work, and consistency of the postdischarge interval for follow-up.
oriented therapist will find some useful insights and ideas within its pages.Most of the concepts and techniques in this book will not be new to the individual with a background in behavior modification, but could provide a helpful review. The book will also be of little interest to the clinician experienced in using behavioral techniques. However, this could be a useful reference for many clinicians, and particularly for students, to translate the theories of behavioral psychology into practical approaches for use in the rehabilitation or acute care setting.Beverly Ekkens, OTR
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