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Interpersonal Behaviour in Relation to Aboriginal Programs
Author(s) -
Webber D. L.
Publication year - 1978
Publication title -
australian journal of social issues
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.417
H-Index - 30
eISSN - 1839-4655
pISSN - 0157-6321
DOI - 10.1002/j.1839-4655.1978.tb00617.x
Subject(s) - optimal distinctiveness theory , project commissioning , active listening , publishing , interpersonal communication , welfare , interpersonal relationship , psychology , social psychology , public relations , political science , psychotherapist , law
Over recent years there has been increased concern for the health, education and welfare of aboriginal people. Many of the newer programs in these areas are worthwhile. As health, education and welfare services are directed at people, greater understanding of interpersonal behaviour is needed by administrators and fieldworkers if outcomes are to be improved. The importance of interpersonal behaviours such as looking, listening, talking and touching is noted. The distinctiveness of these behaviour patterns in aboriginal society is examined and their impact on programs discussed.