Applying Strengths-Based Approaches in Social Work

Inbunden, Engelska, 2023

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Beskrivning

This textbook offers students and practitioners an accessible introduction to strengths-based approaches in Social Work and Social Care practice. Covering the theory and research in support of these approaches, and packed full of case studies, the book will allow readers to develop a critical understanding of how strengths-based approaches work, and how they can be successfully applied in order to improve outcomes for people with lived experience.Covering the five main models of strengths-based practice, the text presents international research and evidence on the efficacy of each approach, enabling students and practitioners to apply the benefits in their own social work practice. The guide features the perspectives of people with lived experience throughout and includes the following key learning features:• case studies of best practice;• points for practice: succinct tips for practitioners and students on practice placement;• further reading list and resources;• glossary.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2023-05-30
Mått:170 x 244 x 13 mm
Vikt:513 g
Format:Inbunden
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:194
Förlag:Bristol University Press
ISBN:9781447362715

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Mer om författaren

Deanna Edwards is Lecturer in Social Work at the University of Salford and a Practice Educator. Kate Parkinson is the Subject Leader for Health and Social Care at the University of Huddersfield.

Recensioner i media

"is an exceptional read. It is a resource not only for social workers, but for all professionals and services working to support people in their everyday lives. This extraordinary resource brings together some of the most innovative and impactful practices in social work today — and could not be more needed." Journal of Solution Focused Practices

Innehållsförteckning

1. An Introduction to Strengths-Based Approaches: Inclusive and Respectful Practice – Deanna Edwards and Kate Parkinson2. Theoretical Context for the Strengths-Based Approach – Kate Parkinson and Deanna Edwards3. Solution-Focused Practice – Guy Shennan4. Family Group Conferences – Kate Parkinson, Deanna Edwards and Will Golden5. Signs of Safety – Lauren Bailey and Steve Myers6. Multisystemic Therapy – Simone Fox, Mhairi Fleming and Anne Edmondson7. A Narrative Approach to Social Work – Michaela Rogers and Jennifer Cooper8. Strengths-Based Approaches in Adult Social Care – Sarah Pollock and Alex Withers9. Strengths-Based Approaches in Mental Health Services – Emily Weygang10. People With Lived Experience of Strengths-Based Approaches – Deanna Edwards, Kate Parkinson and People With Lived Experience11. Conclusion – Deanna Edwards and Kate Parkinson