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Transformative Social Work Practice by Eugenia L. Weiss (2015, Trade Paperback)

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PublisherSAGE Publications, Incorporated
ISBN-101483359638
ISBN-139781483359632
eBay Product ID (ePID)211330002

Product Key Features

Number of Pages576 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameTransformative Social Work Practice
SubjectSocial Work, Human Services, Public Policy / Social Services & Welfare
Publication Year2015
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaPolitical Science, Social Science
AuthorEugenia L. Weiss
FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Height0.8 in
Item Weight35.7 Oz
Item Length10 in
Item Width8 in

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Intended AudienceCollege Audience
LCCN2015-015637
ReviewsSo much current wisdom in one text! A must-have resource for social work students, as well as experienced clinicians, regardless of specialty., "[This book] is a foundation of social work practice text for the 21st century! Designed to educate the social work student on the broad strokes as well as nuances of practice that have been and will be influenced by the Affordable Care Act legislation, it takes into consideration the practice needs of adults, children, families, and diverse populations. The text incorporates a local, national, and international perspective and uses evidence-based practice approaches. The editors have gathered noted scholars worldwide to write about areas involving numerous and varied areas of social work. If you are an educator, looking for a cutting-edge text for your students, think about using this rich, detailed and broad-scope text. I know my students will be using it ASAP." -- Joan Beder "So much current wisdom in one text! A must-have resource for social work students, as well as experienced clinicians, regardless of specialty." -- Mary E. Nalick "This text is a uniquely structured and comprehensive compilation of journal quality and research-rich content chapters, which aid in demonstrating social work's integrative partnership with various fields of practice. It highlights social work practice today through its exploration of a range of issues from children and families to aging and communities while offering targeted interventions proven from practice and research." -- Carolyn Gentle-Genitty, This text is a uniquely structured and comprehensive compilation of journal quality and research-rich content chapters, which aid in demonstrating social work's integrative partnership with various fields of practice. It highlights social work practice today through its exploration of a range of issues from children and families to aging and communities while offering targeted interventions proven from practice and research., [This book] is a foundation of social work practice text for the 21st century! Designed to educate the social work student on the broad strokes as well as nuances of practice that have been and will be influenced by the Affordable Care Act legislation, it takes into consideration the practice needs of adults, children, families, and diverse populations. The text incorporates a local, national, and international perspective and uses evidence-based practice approaches. The editors have gathered noted scholars worldwide to write about areas involving numerous and varied areas of social work. If you are an educator, looking for a cutting-edge text for your students, think about using this rich, detailed and broad-scope text. I know my students will be using it ASAP.
SynopsisTransformative Social Work Practice presents an innovative and integrative approach towards critically reflective practice with an interweaving of micro, mezzo, and macro applications to real world demands. The authors explore issues commonly addressed by social workers, including health, mental health, addictions, schools, and family and community violence, while challenging assumptions and promoting ethically-driven, evidence-based practice perspectives to advocate for social justice and reduce disparities. The book is about redefining social work practice to meet the current and complex needs of diverse and vulnerable individuals, families, and communities in order to enhance their strengths in an era of unprecedented technological growth, globalization, and change., This book is a framework for students to understand social work practice by integrating the three major realms of practice: Micro, Mezzo, and Macro. It also offers and integrated approach to global action., Transformative Social Work Practice: A Meta-Framework Approach covers common areas/populations most often treated by social workers, such as: health, mental health, addictions, schools, family, and community violence, with an emphasis on ethically driven, evidence based practice and the promotion of advocacy and social justice. The book also highlights technology and web based content. Each chapter applies cases and vignettes for illustrative purposes and covers micro, mezzo and macro forms of practice.
LC Classification NumberHV40.8.U6T735 2016