Social Work Theory and Methods

The Essentials

Häftad, Engelska, 2017

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Beskrivning

This gateway text lays the foundations for a thorough knowledge of the theory and methods that social workers need. Pulling together the work of a team of experts, this book uses the innovative “theorizing practice” approach, rather than the traditional “applying theory to practice” approach, thereby providing a much more satisfactory basis for understanding the relationship between theory and practice and making it easier for practitioners to employ theory in practice.Part I sets the scene by examining the relationship between theory and practice, how research can be used to inform practice and the important role of policy and organizational factors. Part II provides 14 chapters, each exploring a different theoretical approach. All in all, this book provides the ideal introduction to using social work theory and methods in practice.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2017-10-02
Mått:152 x 229 x 15 mm
Vikt:420 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:252
Förlag:Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN:9781138629783

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Neil Thompson, PhD, DLitt, is an independent writer and educator specializing in online learning. His books include the bestselling Anti-Discriminatory Practice, Understanding Social Work: Preparing for Practice, and People Skills (all published by Palgrave). He is a sought-after consultant and conference speaker. His website and blog are at www. neilthompson.info.Paul Stepney, PhD, is Adjunct Professor of Social Work at the University of Tampere, Finland and visiting professor at two other Finnish universities. Prior to this he has taught at four UK universities and worked as a hospital social worker. Paul’s research interests are in critical practice and prevention, and he is co-author of two books on social work.

Innehållsförteckning

Part OneChapter 1: Theory and Methods in a Practice Context: Theorizing Practice Neil ThompsonChapter 2: Theory and Methods in an Intellectual Context: Using Research Paul Stepney and Neil ThompsonChapter 3: Theory and Methods in a Policy and Organizational Context: International Perspectives Paul StepneyPart TwoChapter 4: Psychodynamic Theory Malcolm PayneChapter 5: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Paul Stepney and Paul Davis Chapter 6: Task-Centered Practice Ronald RooneyChapter 7: Crisis Intervention Neil ThompsonChapter 8: Narrative ApproachesLouise HarmsChapter 9: ExistentialismNeil ThompsonChapter 10: Solution-focused PracticeSuki DesaiChapter 11: MediationWing Hong ChuiChapter 12: Social PedagogyJuha HämäläinenChapter 13: Family TherapyRobert TaibbiChapter 14: Group WorkMark DoelChapter 15: Ecological TheoriesAila-Leena Matthies and Kati NärhiChapter 16: Activism and AdvocacyDonna Baines, Emma Tseris and Fran WaughChapter 17: Community Social WorkPaul Stepney