A brief introduction to social work theory / David Howe.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Howe, David, 1946-

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Social service.

Social service--Philosophy.

Physical Description:

vii, 224 pages ; 20 cm

Place of Publication:

Basingstoke [England] ; New York : Palgrave Macmillan, 2009.

Summary:

Learning about social work theory is a bit like hot air ballooning - it's about looking at the world from above and going on a voyage of discovery to find out what guides social work practice.

In 25 clearly labelled chapters, this book explains and discusses social work theory in a crisp, clear and accessible way. Whether you're a student, a newly qualified social worker or a 'seasoned' professional you will find plenty in this book to inform, enlighten and refresh you. Written by David Howe, one of the top British writers in social work, his simple, easy-to-read style makes this text ideal for quick reference in lectures, on placement or in practice.

A Brief Introduction to Social Work Theory manages to be both compact and comprehensive. You will return to this 'can't live without it' text time and time again.

Contents:

1 Social Work Theory 1

2 Origins 9

3 Casework and Social Reform 14

4 Cause and Function 21

5 Psychoanalytic Theory 29

6 Attachment Theory 42

7 Behavioural Therapies 49

8 Cognitive Therapies 61

9 Cognitive-behavioral Social Work 70

10 Task-centered Work 75

11 Be Responsible, Think Positive 83

12 Solution-focused Approaches 90

13 The Strengths Perspective 99

14 Systemic and Ecological Approaches 108

15 Radical Social Work 121

16 Critical Social Work 129

17 Feminist Social Work 139

18 Anti-oppressive Practices and Empowerment 145

19 Relationship-based Social Work 152

20 Person-centered Approaches 161

21 Reflection and Reflexivity 170

22 Wellbeing 175

23 Brains for Social Workers 182

24 Critical Best Practice 188

25 The Best in Theory 197.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages [207]-217) and indexes.

ISBN:

9780230233126

0230233120

OCLC:

317748006