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Human Behavior Theory for Social Work Practice
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Human Behavior Theory for Social Work Practice provides an in-depth examination of human behavior theories and helps students apply each theory to social work practice. Authors Terry Koenig, Rick Spano, and John Thompson cover a broad spectrum of theoriesāincluding ecological, psychological, and sociopoliticalābefore applying them to a wide range of case examples that represent different stages across the human lifespan. Drawing from their extensive knowledge and experience in social work practice and teaching, the authors also feature scholarly research and writing to support the understanding of the theoretical overview in each chapter.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Half Title
- Publisher Note
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Detailed Contents
- Preface
- About the Authors
- Acknowledgments
- 1 Introduction to Theory and Its Application to Social Work Practice
- 2 Critique of Theory for Use in Social Work Practice
- 3 Contextualizing Human Behavior Theory
- 4 Critical Theories
- 5 Psychodynamic Theory
- 6 Systems Theories
- 7 Environmental and Ecological Theory in Social Work
- 8 Life Span Theories, Family Life Course Perspectives, and Historical Trauma
- 9 Symbolic Interactionism
- 10 Behavior Theory, the Cognitive Turn, and the Influence of Mindfulness
- 11 Theories of Culture and White Privilege
- 12 Empowerment Theory and the Strengths Perspective
- 13 Cognitive and Moral Development Theories
- Glossary
- Index
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