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     This article examined the effects of four specific parameters on the outcome of early family intervention programs. The parameters in question were as followed: (1) client ameniabilty, and the (2) comprehensiveness, (3) duration, and (4) intensity of the psychotherapy sessions. In addition, the development and efficacy of the working relationship between the clinician and the client was considered.

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