As a social worker, you must make sense of complex situations and determine the needs of various individuals. As star constellations offer a guide by which to navigate, social work theories offer ways to make sense of practice. Tackling the major theories used within social work, this book gives a concise and engaging overview of how practice is influenced by each approach described. The book outlines the origins and historical context of social work, which allows the reader to see how theoretical fashions have changed and adapted to certain times, and offers advice on the best way forward for the modern-day social worker. Packed with thought-provoking case studies and reflective questions on each topic, readers will be encouraged to question the theories outlined – a skill crucial to being a truly effective social work practitioner. The book is ideal for quick reference in lectures, on placement or in practice. Whether you're a student, a newly qualified social worker or a 'seasoned' professional, you will return to this indispensable text time and time again. A Brief Introduction to Social Work Theory is also available in audiobook format from audiobook retailers.
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A Brief Introduction to Social Work Theory
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Half-Title Page
- Series Page
- Title Page
- Contents
- 1 An Introduction to Social Work Theory
- 2 Origins, Case Work and Social Reform
- 3 Cause and Function
- 4 Psychoanalytic Theory
- 5 Attachment Theory
- 6 Behavioural Therapies
- 7 Cognitive Therapies
- 8 Task-centred Work
- 9 Be Responsible, Think Positive
- 10 Solution-focused Approaches
- 11 The Strengths Perspective
- 12 Systemic and Ecological Approaches
- 13 Radical Social Work
- 14 Critical Social Work
- 15 Feminist Social Work
- 16 Anti-oppressive Practice and Empowerment
- 17 Relationship-based Social Work
- 18 Person-centred Approaches
- 19 Reflection and Reflexivity
- 20 Wellbeing
- 21 Critical Best Practice
- 22 The Best in Theory
- Appendix of Case Studies
- Bibliography
- Index
- Copyright
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