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Journal
International Journal of Self-Help and Self-Care
ISSN
1091-2851 (print) 1541-4450 (electronic)
Volume
3
Issue
1-2
Date
7/1/2005

Article Facts

Title
OBSERVING ORGANIZATIONAL AND INTERACTION BEHAVIORS AMONG MUTUAL-HELP RECOVERY HOME MEMBERS
DOI
10.2190/F751-N2AQ-Y088-UYMB
Authors
  • LEONARD A. JASON
  • JOSEPH R. FERRARI
  • MARGARET FREELAND
  • JENNIFER DANIELEWICZ
  • BRADLEY D. OLSON
Pages
117-132
Online Date
10/02/2006

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OBSERVING ORGANIZATIONAL AND INTERACTION BEHAVIORS AMONG MUTUAL-HELP RECOVERY HOME MEMBERS

LEONARD A. JASON
JOSEPH R. FERRARI
MARGARET FREELAND
JENNIFER DANIELEWICZ
BRADLEY D. OLSON

DOI: 10.2190/F751-N2AQ-Y088-UYMB

Abstract

This study explored self-governing processes in a mutual-help recovery setting called Oxford House. Residents from Oxford Houses live in communal, same-sex rented houses without professional staff supervision. The present study analyzed behavioral data observed during business meetings at 29 Northern Illinois Oxford Houses (20 men, 9 women). At these meetings, residents discussed organizational operations and developed or modified rules and regulations for effective day-by-day setting operations. Findings indicated that ecological, house-level factors were significantly related to discussions on issues related to house operations, rather than resident-specific behaviors. The implications of these findings on empowering members in the setting are discussed.

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