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Abstract
This article reports on the findings of research into the manipulative tendencies of 289 professional social workers in Michigan. Utilizing the Machiavellian scale and comparing the results with other studies, the author concludes that social workers, contrary to the conventional wisdom, have strong manipulative tendencies. Additionally, the more manipulative social workers are not isolated in any specific field or area of practice, but are scattered throughout the profession. Rather than be alarmed by this recognition, the author feels the profession must accept this reality and acknowledge that these manipulative tendencies are mitigated by a compassionate, humanistic value system.
Recommended Citation
Wolk, James L.
(1982)
"In the Case of Manipulation,"
The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare: Vol. 9:
Iss.
3, Article 16.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.15453/0191-5096.1550
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https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/jssw/vol9/iss3/16
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