Contemporary Human Behavior Theory: A Critical Perspective for

Contemporary Human Behavior Theory: A Critical Perspective for Social Work Practice (Merrill Social Work and Human Services)

For courses in Human Behavior and the Social Environment (HBSE).

Encourage students to think critically about social work practice with a multidisciplinary, theoretical approach
Contemporary Human Behavior Theory: A Critical Perspective for Social Work Practice Â takes a multidisciplinary, theoretical approach to HBSE and provides a consistent analytical framework for readers to examine both traditional and contemporary theories. Students are encouraged to develop their critical-thinking skills as they explore each theory and analyze the social, ideological, and economic structures of society that impact individual problems. Each chapter includes coverage of the research that supports a particular theory, an analysis of the validity of that research, and a discussion of contemporary issues. Â Â Â Â

Updated with material that is critical to social work practice today, theÂ 4th EditionÂ includes new cases with practice application exercises, and expanded content on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, and intersex (LGBTQI+) personsâ€™ development and empowerment.Â
Country USA
Manufacturer Pearson
Binding Kindle Edition
ReleaseDate 2018-07-27
Format Kindle eBook

Contemporary Human Behavior Theory: A Critical Perspective for Social Work Practice (Merrill Social Work and Human Services)