Includes bibliographical references (pages 207-217) and indexes.
Contents:
Social work theory -- Origins -- Casework and social reform -- Cause and function -- Psychoanalytic theory -- Attachment theory -- Behavioural therapies -- Cognitive therapies -- Cognitive-behavioural social work -- Task-centred work -- Be responsible, think positive -- Solution-focused approaches -- The strengths perspective -- Systemic and ecological approaches -- Radical social work -- Critical social work -- Feminist social work -- Anti-oppressive practices and empowerment -- Relationship-based social work -- Person-centred approaches -- Reflection and reflexivity -- Wellbeing -- Brains for social workers -- Critical best practice -- The best in theory.
Summary:
This text offers the perfect entry point into the complex world of social work theory. Written in a clear conversational style and organised into short, clearly labelled chapters, students and practitioners will find this a useful point of refreshment and reference.
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