Psychology for Social Work Theory and Practice

ISBN-13: 9780230303164 / Angielski / Miękka / 2014 / 272 str.

Paula Nicolson

Opis

This new edition from a trusted author team bridges the gap between psychological theory and social work practice. Revisited and re-structured to reflect the changing social work context, it provides an authoritative introduction to the key ideas, skills and research from psychology and highlights their role within effective social work practice.

Spis treści

1. Why Study Psychology? PART I: THEORY FOR PRACTICE 2. Understanding and Applying Psychological Theories 3. Life Span Development 4. Psychological Perspectives on Social Work Settings PART II: SKILLS FOR PRACTICE 5. Working with Strengths 6. Communication Skills 7. Groupwork as Social Work Practice PART III: THEORY IN PRACTICE 8. Reflections in Practice 9. Leadership in Social Work Organisations

O autorze

Paula Nicolson is Professor of Critical Social and Health Psychology at Royal Holloway University of London, UK. Her most recent books are Postnatal Depression (Wiley 2001) and Gender, Power and Organisation (Routledge, 1996).

Rowan Bayne is Emeritus Professor at the University of East London, UK. He is the author, co-author or co-editor of ten other books and his particular areas of research interest include psychological type and counselling.