| Description |
408 pages ; 25 cm |
| Contents |
The social policy context of practice learning -- Structural approaches to social work -- Towards social theory for social work -- The place of attachment theory in social work with children and families -- Erikson's life cycle approach to development -- A psychodynamic approach to social work -- Models of assessment -- Assessment and children -- Assessment : from reflexivity to process knowledge -- Assessment in criminal justice -- Risk assessment and management : an overview -- Cognitive-behavioural social work -- Task-centred practice -- Crisis intervention -- Family therapy and systemic practice -- Theory, concepts, feelings and practice : the contemplation of bereavement within a social work course -- Group care -- Empowerment and advocacy -- Social work and community development -- Social work with children and families -- Interdisciplinary practice -- Working within the organisational context of dynamic change -- Reflective and evidence based practice -- Reflective practice and critical reflection -- Research, evaluation and evidence based practice |
| Summary |
This is a comprehensive summary of the theory, knowledge, research and evidence relating to practice learning in social care. Looking at knowledge-based practice with a focus n improving outcomes, this key text is essential reading for students, practitioners, and teachers in social work |
| Notes |
Formerly CIP. Uk |
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Previous ed.: published as Handbook of theory for practice teachers in social work. 1991 |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and indexes |
| Subject |
Social work education.
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| Author |
Lishman, Joyce.
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| ISBN |
1843101866 (paperback) |
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9781843101864 (paperback) |
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