title: Family therapy by family doctors.
abstract: The experiences of a group of general practitioners learning and attempting family therapy are described. Three principles for working with whole families - facilitation, formulation and focussing - are illustrated by case histories. Family therapy in general practice can be effective for patients and worthwhile for family doctors.
mesh_terms: D005194:Family Practice; D005196:Family Therapy / Q000379:methods; D006113:United Kingdom