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A Brief Introduction to Social Work Theory
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As a social worker, you must make sense of complex situations and determine the needs of various individuals. Just as star constellations offer a guide by which to navigate, social work theories offer ways to make sense of practice. Tackling the major theories used within social...
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Description
As a social worker, you must make sense of complex situations and determine the needs of various individuals. Just as star constellations offer a guide by which to navigate, social work theories offer ways to make sense of practice.
Tackling the major theories used within social work, this book gives a concise and engaging overview of how practice is influenced by each approach described. The book outlines the origins and historical context of social work, allowing the reader to see how theoretical fashions have changed and adapted to certain times, and offers advice on the best way forward for the modern-day social worker.
Packed with thought-provoking case studies and reflective questions on each topic, readers will be encouraged to question the theories outlined β a skill crucial to being a truly effective social work practitioner.
The book is ideal for quick reference in lectures, on placement or in practice. Whether youβre a student, a newly qualified social worker or a seasoned professional, you will return to this indispensable text time and time again.
A Brief Introduction to Social Work Theory is also available in audiobook format from audiobook retailers.
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ISBN: 9781350303690
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 22 February 2024
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic
Edition: 2nd edition
Audience: Tertiary education
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 16.0mm
Width: 156.0mm
Height: 234.0mm
Weight: 424g
Pages: 272
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Professor David Howe OBE is Emeritus Professor of Social Work at the University of East Anglia, UK
Dr Darren Hill is Reader in Social Work, Leeds Beckett University, UK
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