A Brief Introduction to Social Work Theory

David Howe

ISBN 10: 0230233120 / ISBN 13: 9780230233126

Verlag: Palgrave Macmillan, 2009

Beschreibung

: Este libro de texto ofrece una introducción concisa pero completa al complejo mundo de la teoría del trabajo social. Proporciona una visión general de cómo la práctica se ve influenciada por cada enfoque teórico descrito. El libro comienza describiendo los orígenes y el contexto histórico del trabajo social, mostrando cómo las tendencias teóricas han cambiado y se han adaptado a lo largo del tiempo. Concluye con consejos sobre el mejor camino a seguir para el trabajador social moderno. Lleno de debates que invitan a la reflexión, anima a los estudiantes a cuestionar las teorías presentadas, una habilidad crucial para ser un profesional eficaz del trabajo social. EAN: 9780230233126 Tipo: Libros Categoría: Filosofía Título: A Brief Introduction to Social Work Theory Autor: David Howe Editorial: Palgrave Macmillan Idioma: en Páginas: 224 Formato: tapa blanda.

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Bibliografische Details

• Titel: A Brief Introduction to Social Work Theory
• Verlag: Palgrave Macmillan
• Veröffentlichungsdatum: 2009
• Sprache: Spanisch
• ISBN-10: 0230233120
• ISBN-13: 9780230233126
• Bindung: Softcover
• Zustand: Muy bueno

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Inhaltsangabe

This textbook offers the perfect introduction to the complex world of social work theory, giving a concise yet comprehensive overview of how practice is influenced by each theoretical approach described. The book begins by outlining the origins and historical context of social work, which allows the reader to see show how theoretical fashions have changed and adapted to certain times, and concludes with advice on the best way forward for the modern-day social worker. Packed with thought-provoking discussions surrounding the topic, students will be encouraged to question the theories portrayed - a skill crucial to being a truly effective social work practitioner. Written by one social work's most highly regarded commentators, the book's accessible and easy-to-read writing style makes it a must-have companion for students and practitioners looking to gain an overall view of social work theory.

Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor

DAVID HOWE OBE is Professor of Social Work at the University of East Anglia, Norwich, UK. He was founding editor of the Blackwell Science Journal, Child and Family Social Work (1996-2001) and is author of many books, including: Attachment Theory for Social Work Practice; Attachment Theory, Child Maltreatment and Family Support; Child Abuse and Neglect: Attachment, Development and Intervention; and The Emotionally Intelligent Social Worker.