The Impact of Consultation

The conviction that Howard Davis had for using knowledge as a tool is well known. Equally important was his interest in encouraging others who shared this conviction to study and apply knowledge in the human services areas. As one who participated in the active exchange of research and ideas, I realize increasingly the benefits from that encouragement. The research reported here, use of knowledge by mental health consultants, reflects his interest both in expanding our knowledge, and in using it. In his research on knowledge use, and in his teaching others the importance of using knowledge, Howard Davis made a lasting impact.