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of problems at all points of the school age spectrum and it is almost impossible
to devise for them a uniform remedy. Many receive home tuition,
others attend the Chats worth centre and the Child Guidance clinic on a part
time basis. Nevertheless they present a growing challenge to the administrative
services of the borough, and even a partial solution will not be achieved
unless there is a close liaison between the educational and psychiatric
services in this area.
The day unit continues to provide endless opportunities for experimentation
and a significant development this year has been the creation of a group
of disturbed adolescent girls who have been encouraged to assume roles of
"helpers" to the staff. Those who have been plagued with chronic states of
inadequacy have used this opening as a means of recovering their independence
and initiative. Although this project barely scratches the surface of
the adolescent problems in the area, it highlights the flexibility needed in
the treatment of this age group.
This report would not be complete without an expression of thanks to
Dr. S.L. Wright, Principal School Medical Officer, Mr. K.G. Revell, Chief
Education Officer and Mr. C.H. Langley, Group Secretary to the Croydon and
Warlingham Park Hospital Group Management. The administrative support of
their respective departments has been greatly appreciated by the clinic
staff.