An introduction to applying social work theories and methods
by Teater, BarbraEdition: 1st
Format: Hardcover
Pub. Date: 2010-07-01
Publisher(s): Open Univ Pr
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Summary
This book brings together the most commonly used theories and methods in social work and offers a practical one-stop guide for undergraduate students. Thoery is a tough subject for students, but it is essesential that they grasp the core elements in the early stages of their courses. 'An introduction to applying social work theories and methods' lists the core topics with a very clear chapter structure for each. This structure will provide students with an essential book to refer to and use on their undergraduate module. It should be core reading on all theory and methods courses.
Author Biography
Barbra Teater is a lecturer in Social Work at the University of Bath, UK, where she teaches Social Work Theories and Methods and Adult Legislation. Barbra has worked as a social worker in child welfare, as a child and family therapist and as a medical social worker in a children's hospital.
Table of Contents
| List of boxes | p. xi |
| List of figures | p. xiii |
| List of tables | p. xv |
| Introduction to theories and methods | p. 1 |
| Social systems theory and the ecological perspective | p. 16 |
| The strengths perspective | p. 38 |
| Empowerment and use of language | p. 54 |
| Social constructivism | p. 70 |
| Feminist theory and practice | p. 87 |
| Person-centred approach | p. 102 |
| Motivational interviewing | p. 117 |
| Cognitive behavioural therapy | p. 141 |
| Solution-focused practice | p. 162 |
| Task-centred social work | p. 178 |
| Crisis Intervention | p. 196 |
| Index | p. 213 |
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