The second edition of this celebrated book by two of the world's leading researchers in social work introduces readers to the main theories theorists & perspectives that contribute to the debate on social work theory & social work methods It brings together some outstanding international researchers in social work to challenge the reader to critically question how they think about social work The new edition
Includes:: a focus on the psychosocial perspective with three new chapters on- Cognitive behavioural approaches- Attachment theory & psychoanalytic social work- Ecological approaches Each chapter allows the reader to relate the theories & methods discussed to their own personal experiences This reader friendly book
Includes:: student questions glossaries & recommended reading so that students & practitioners can reappraise & expand the knowledge they have learned This book will be valuable for undergraduate & postgraduate students taking courses in social work theory & research methods social work interventions & perspectives as well as post qualifying students & researchers in social work