Contributors draw on social work research, theory, and practice in the integration of spirituality in the field and in social work education. Topics include spirituality and religion in graduate social work education, Taoism, a case of a dying adolescent, and social work and the law. Co-published simultaneously as Social Thought, v.18, no.2, 1998.

This is a unique study guide that encourages Christian congregations to enhance the well-being of individual church members as well as society as a whole. It can be used independently or combined for a complete learning process.

Nine contributions from Canada (social welfare, U. of Kansas), Smith (social service, The Catholic U. of America) and other scholars examine the relationship between transpersonal theory and spirituality. Topics include, for example, transpersonal themes in living with cystic fibrosis, the link betw

Use these ideas in your social work practice to help the whole person--including your client's spiritual side Transpersonal Perspectives on Spirituality in Social Work brings to light the fact that spiritual well-being is an essential part of the health of every individual. It will show you how to facilitate and encourage growth in the transpersonal dimension for your clients and help you to address the full range of human potential--from material and psychological well-being to spiritual fulfillment. Beginning with conceptual and theoretical frameworks for understanding transpersonal...