Growing interest in family-based services creates challenges and opportunities for individual practitioners as well as service agencies. This paper focuses on the specific nature of these challenges in the areas of family practice, policy, and research. Each of these areas will require informed leadership in framing and resolving difficult questions. Some practical suggestions for joining this overall task are offered.
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