Abstract
The social impact assessment (SIA) field is moving into a critical and central position in resource decision making in our society. Initially conceived as part of the environmental impact statement (EIS) process, SIA is beginning to be recognized as having dimensions far beyond its early scope. This article focuses on the extension of SIA work into the area of social impact management. Current trends in the SIA field leading to the emphasis on management are reviewed, followed by a discussion of the issue-centered approach to SIA. A discussion of decentralization trends sets the stage for understanding the emerging demand for impact management services. A definition of and rationale for social impact management are provided, and four principles of social impact management are described. Finally, the process by which impact management systems are developed is discussed through selected examples.
Recommended Citation
Preister, Kevin and Kent, James A.
(1984)
"Clinical Sociological Perspectives on Social Impacts: From Assessment to Management,"
Clinical Sociology Review: Vol. 2:
Iss.
1, Article 15.
Available at:
https://digitalcommons.wayne.edu/csr/vol2/iss1/15
