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For an initial exploration of SCT, this book is highly suitable. It describes the interventions made by the SCT therapist (Yvonne Agazarian) in an accessible manner, using a group therapy session as an example, including the participants' reactions. Agazarian supplements the account of the group session with theory and background information. The book also provides a...

In this book, Yvonne Agazarian gives a glimpse into her childhood and describes the evolution of her ideas, which eventually lead to the development of a meta-theory: the ‘Theory of Living Human Systems. The ’Systems-Centered Practice‘ based on it is among one of the most important developments in group psychology of the last 50 years.

– Yvonne Agazarian, Susan Gantt, Frances Carter This richly illustrated book describes how systems thinking can help to look at human interaction differently. The authors describe the development of the theory of ‘living human systems’ and its recent adaptation, which has resulted in the ‘person-as-a-system’ model and the ‘role-system’ model.

This book contains eight case studies that provide insight into how SCT can be applied in organizations. For example, how ‘Functional Subgroups’ are used to resolve conflicts and streamline decision-making, or the application of the ‘Role-Goal-Context’ model to determine functional behavior.

This practical booklet focuses on the ‘Role-Purpose-Context’ model. It addresses questions such as: How can my employees work together despite their conflicting personalities? What role can a manager play in a team - and why do we need one at all? How do we shape our meetings so that we actually get something done?