Social work with groups / Helen Northen, Roselle Kurland.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Northen, Helen.

Contributor:

Kurland, Roselle.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Social group work.

Physical Description:

viii, 514 pages ; 24 cm

Edition:

Third edition.

Place of Publication:

New York : Columbia University Press, [2001]

Summary:

This fully revised and updated third edition of a classic text includes seven new chapters that reflect the most recent developments in group practice. Part of the books enduring appeal is its vivid depiction of actual group work and the challenges that arise: When should someone not be admitted to a group? How can a reluctant child be persuaded to participate in a group? What is the best way to deal with issues of low self-esteem? Using an ecosystem approach, they set forth a generic framework for practice with diverse groups.

Contents:

1. Groups in Social Work Practice 1

2. The Knowledge Base for Practice 30

3. Relationships: The Heart of Practice 55

4. Intervention in Groups 79

5. Planning 109

6. Pregroup Contact: Selection and Preparation of Members 155

7. Purpose 174

8. The Problem-Solving Process 191

9. Conflict 214

10. Roles of Members 238

11. The Use of Activity 258

12. Stage I: Inclusion-Orientation 288

13. Stage II: Uncertainty-Exploration 325

14. Stage III: Mutuality and Goal Achievement 353

15. Stage IV: Separation-Termination 397

16. Evaluation 437.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages [473]-504) and index.

ISBN:

0231116322

OCLC:

45637004