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“This book is a reassuring, thorough and essential guide to the world of social work theories and methods…This 4th Edition deserves to find a place on every social work reading list and bookshelf.”Professor Richard Ingram, University of Dundee, Scotland, UK“Based on the belief that all social workers have a responsibility both ethically and professionally to draw upon theories that are grounded in social work values, the fourth edition of this book offers readers the opportunity to consider anew those theories.”Sarah Vicary, Professor of Social Work and Mental Health, School of Health Wellbeing and Social Care, The Open University, UK“An essential read for anyone in the field of social work… This book is a testament to the profound impact that well-grounded theoretical knowledge can have on real-world social work. Highly recommended for its clarity, depth, and relevance.”Paul McCafferty, Senior Lecturer in Social Work, Queen’s University Belfast, NIThis text is a comprehensive guide to the most commonly used theories and methods in social work practice. The introductory chapter covers the similarities and differences between a theory and a method, as well as an overview of psychosocial theories and concepts. Each subsequent chapter explores in detail how to implement a specific theory or method,  their strengths and limitations, key research, ethical and cultural considerations, and the integration of the theory or method with anti-oppressive practice. Each chapter includes case examples, critical thinking questions, and suggested further resources.Key features of this new edition include:Illustrative case studiesExercises and case examplesCritical thinking questionsFurther readings/resources Revised content, including a chapter on relationship-based social workAn Introduction to Applying Social Work Theories and Methods is a practical and essential guide for all social work students, practitioners, and practice educators who are working with students in field placements.Barbra Teater is Professor of Social Work at the College of Staten Island and is Executive Officer of the PhD Program in Social Welfare at The Graduate Center, City University of New York, USA.

Hugh McLaughlin is Professor of Social Work and Head of Faculty Research Degrees at Manchester Metropolitan University, UK. He has written and edited a range of books on social work practice and research.Barbra Teater taught on Social Work courses at the University of Bath and University of Bristol, UK, before assuming her current position as Professor of Social Work, MSW Program Director at the College of Staten Island, City University of New York, USA. She is the bestselling author of An Introduction to Social Work Theories and Practice 2nd edition (2014) and Contemporary Social Work Practice (2014).

Providing a user-friendly introduction to Social Work research, this textbook will demystify the most important concepts and show why it is important to embrace evidence-informed practice (EIP). In the face of complex and demanding work, it is crucial not to focus solely on the concept of evidence-based practice but to make use of all the evidence at your disposal and allow this evidence to inform your decisions. This book champions the integration of service user and carer knowledge, along with practitioners’ wisdom and the best research evidence to make a difference for service users.Containing helpful examples of how to apply EIP to practice encounters, as well as a range of further reading and activities to help you to critically reflect on your experience, this book explores how EIP can be used to enhance your effectiveness as a Social Work practitioner, professional and social scientist.Chapters in this textbook explore themes and skills you will need to consider and develop in your practice, including:• Identifying, assessing, and critiquing difference types of ‘evidence’ • Understanding what constitutes research knowledge• Ethical issues in practice and research• Implementation of evidence-informed practice and evaluating your practice• Interprofessional practice and creating evidence-informed culturesWritten by experts in the field, this text is essential reading for all Social Work students and qualified practitioners.

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This book forms part of the Social Work Skills in Practice series. The series focuses on key social work skills required for working with children and adult service users, families and carers. The books offer both theoretical and evidence-informed knowledge, alongside the application of skills relevant for day-to-day social work practice.  They are an invaluable resource for pre-qualifying students, newly-qualified social workers, academics teaching and researching in the field, as well as social work practitioners, including practice educators, pursuing continuous professional development.

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'This book is an excellent introduction to the subject for social work students and social workers. It sets out in a very accessible style the ways in which social workers can develop understanding of key features of, and practical ways to make use of, Evidence-Informed Practice, within a real appreciation of the social work role and its values. I would advise all social work students and social workers to read it.'Professor Brian Littlechild PhD, Research Lead, Department of Nursing and Social Work, University of Hertfordshire, UK

This exciting new book provides an overview of fifteen different contemporary social work practice settings, spanning across the statutory, voluntary, private and third sectors. It serves as the perfect introduction to the various roles social workers can have and the numerous places they can work, equipping students with the knowledge, skills and values required to work in areas ranging from mental health to fostering and adoption, and from alcohol and drug treatment services to youth offending.

Each chapter provides:

An overview of the setting, including the role of the social worker, how service users gain access to the service and key issues, definitions or terms specific to the settingLegislation and policy guidance related to the specific settingThe key theories and methods related to the settingBest practice approaches and the benefits and challenges of working within the settingCase examples illustrating the application of the information to practiceSocial work students will find this an invaluable handbook that they will refer to time and again throughout their education and into their assessed and supported year of employment.

Contributors: Mark Baldwin, Jo Bell, Jenny Clifford, Jill Chonody, Clare Evans, Benedict Fell, Alinka Gearon, Issy Harvey, Caroline Hickman, Tony Jeffs, Debbie Martin, Malcolm Payne, Justin Rogers, Sue Taplin, Barbra Teater, John Watson, Michele Winter.

"It is an excellent student introduction to this diverse profession. Full of information that provides a thought provoking read."Andrew Ellery, Social Care Professional

"This book really is an excellent resource for social work students at an introductory level and for preparation for placement levels. It provides a comprehensive overview of a range of service user groups as well as specific issues such as domestic violence, homelessness and substance use. Each section is structured around the policy and legislative context and includes comment on theory, challenges and anti-oppressive practice with case examples to aid learning.

The focus on the settings within which social work is practiced is particularly welcome and provides an essential companion to introductory books which look more at values, professional behaviour and skills. The range of different settings covered provides excellent preparation for students about to start a placement. The sections on rehabilitation of offenders and self-harm highlight topics that are often given less attention but may well be encountered by students on placement.

I will certainly be including this book as essential reading for students on introductory and practice preparation modules."Allan Rose, Social Work Lecturer, Brunel University, UK

The Routledge International Handbook of Social Work Education provides an authoritative overview of current understanding through coverage of key debates, exploring the state of play in particular social work education fields and reflecting on where the future might be taking us. The overall aim of the Handbook is to further develop pedagogic research and scholarship for social work education. Drawing on medical education as an exemplar, the contributions view social work education as a specialism and a field of expertise that counts in the same way as research programmes in more traditional areas of social work practice. The chapters are concerned with the theory and practice of social work education at all levels; they are accessible, conceptually clear, research based where appropriate, critically reflective and ethically underpinned. The Handbook is organised into seven sections that reflect the proposed themes and sub-themes covering: Social work education in context: the western drivers Emerging and re-emerging social work education The scholarship of learning and teaching New insights into field education New directions in learning and teaching Future challenges in social work educationThis handbook presents a contribution to the process of exchange and dialogue which is essential to global social work education. It brings together professional knowledge and lived experience, both universal and local, and will be an essential reference for social work educators, researchers, students and professionals.

The Research Handbook on Social Work and Societies explores how the global definition of social work has been translated into practice in different countries and with different client groups.. Hugh McLaughlin and Barbra Teater and their impressive team of contributors, examine the ways in which social work is conceptualised, valued and applied in varying international contexts.This Handbook rethinks conventional paradigms surrounding social work, illustrating that it is not a fixed entity and suggesting avenues for policy reform. It outlines new opportunities for learning, practice and research between and within nations and client groups. Chapters investigate case studies from across Asia, Europe, North and South America, and Oceania, analysing social work practices amongst communities, migrants and refugees, older adults and individuals with intellectual disabilities. The Research Handbook critically reflects on indigenous, adversarial and international perspectives considering alternative futures for organising social work to positively impact service users and their communities.Scholars, and students of social work, sociology, sociological theory and comparative social policy will greatly benefit from this forward-thinking Research Handbook. It is also an essential resource for students of welfare states, as well as practitioners and policymakers in social work and those working to reduce inequalities.

Quantitative research makes a very important contribution to both understanding and responding effectively to the problems that social work service users face. In this unique and authoritative text, a group of expert authors explore the key areas of data collection, analysis and evaluation and outline in detail how they can be applied to practice.

The Routledge International Handbook of Social Work Education provides an authoritative overview of current understanding through coverage of key debates, exploring the state of play in particular social work education fields and reflecting on where the future might be taking us. The overall aim of the Handbook is to further develop pedagogic research and scholarship for social work education. Drawing on medical education as an exemplar, the contributions view social work education as a specialism and a field of expertise that counts in the same way as research programmes in more traditional areas of social work practice. The chapters are concerned with the theory and practice of social work education at all levels; they are accessible, conceptually clear, research based where appropriate, critically reflective and ethically underpinned. The Handbook is organised into seven sections that reflect the proposed themes and sub-themes covering: Social work education in context: the western drivers Emerging and re-emerging social work education The scholarship of learning and teaching New insights into field education New directions in learning and teaching Future challenges in social work educationThis handbook presents a contribution to the process of exchange and dialogue which is essential to global social work education. It brings together professional knowledge and lived experience, both universal and local, and will be an essential reference for social work educators, researchers, students and professionals.

Social work in the community offers practice guidance to students, practice assessors and practitioners within a political, theoretical, methodological and ethical framework. The book is written from an experiential learning perspective, encouraging the reader not only to understand the ideas and methods but to test them out in their own practice, which additionally provides an element of problem-based learning. The book is written within the framework of the practice curriculum for the social work degree, including the National Occupational Standards and an extended statement of values for practice. This will enable students to use the book to make sense of their practice in relation to the knowledge, skills and values of social work practice in its community context.