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Pages 207-211
Published online: 28 Dec 2017
 
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A simplified form of TA theory is suggested for application to social work situations. Specifically, the theory of injunctions and associated permissions may be used in making an appropriate choice of parents for a child needing permanent placement in a new family. A case study shows the way in which the emotional needs of the child are likely to “match” the emotional strengths of the caregivers and thus lead to the healthy development of the child, the new parents, and the new relationship. An action plan to assist this process is outlined.

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Heather M. Millard Veevers

Heather M. Millard Veevers, B.A., Certificate of Qualification in Social Work, was employed until last year by Oxfordshire Social Services Department, United Kingdom, as Principal Officer for Adoption and Fostering. She began her professional career as a Child Care Officer in 1954 and has worked in both local authority and voluntary settings. She is now working as an Independent Consultant and Trainer and is in contractual training in TA (Org).