| Description |
xix, 252 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm |
| Contents |
1. An integrated approach to clinical practice -- 2. Key issues in clinical practice -- 3. The clinical interview : the process of assessment -- 4. The psychosocial study : the product of assessment -- 5. Multicultural practice -- 6. Object relations theory : a relational psychodynamic model -- 7. Self-psychology : a relational psychodynamic model -- 8. Relational theory -- 9. Cognitive theory : a structural approach -- 10. Behavior therapy : a structural approach -- 11. Narrative therapy : a postmodern approach -- 12. Solution-focused therapy : a postmodern approach -- 13. Clinical practice with children and adolescents -- 14. Integrating research and practice |
| Summary |
"This primary text for advanced clinical practice courses at the core of the MSW curriculum, teaches students how to integrate theory and practice on multiple levels. Building on the foundation of generalist courses, this student-friendly text addresses assessment within a theoretical framework that considers the use of DSM-IV and the mental status exam; includes a step-by-step walkthrough of a clinical interview and the stages of treatment; and examines various models of treatment."--BOOK JACKET |
| Notes |
Previous ed.: 2005 |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Social case work.
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Counseling.
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Psychiatric social work.
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| Author |
Lesser, Joan Granucci, 1952-
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| LC no. |
2007021045 |
| ISBN |
9780205545506 hardback |
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0205545505 hardback |
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