Key Concepts and Theory in Social Work
Description
This books introduces key ideas in social work, but with an interdisciplinary focus. It describes these ideas first by drawing on established social work theory and other social work literature, and then extends the discussion by drawing on interdisciplinary literature, theories, and concepts. It has a focus on empirical research and is divide in to three parts: knowledge, values and skills.
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Persons
David Hodgson and Lynelle Watts are senior lecturers in social work in the School of Arts and Humanities at Edith Cowan University, Australia.
Content
1. Introduction.- 2. Theory and Practice.- 3. Risk.- 4. Power.- 5. Poverty and Disadvantage.- 6. Difference.- 7. Respect and Dignity.- 8. Social Justice and Fairness.- 9. Human Rights.- 10. Spirituality and Hope.- 11. Organisational Contexts.- 12. Empathy.- 13. Professional Judgement and Decision-Making.- 14. Assessment.- 15. Reflexivity, Reflective Practice and Critical Reflection
