Essential Theory for Social Work Practice

"Essential Theory for Social Work Practice" is an engaging and readable text, with a distinctively realistic and honest approach to the realities of everyday practice. Framed in a comprehensive and logical structure: Part 1 establishes what social workers do and the tools they need; Part 2 considers how to assess, handle, and support change in others; Part 3 explores the wide range of roles that social workers must fulfil; and Part 4 strengthens these links between theory and practice. Exercises, case examples, chapter summaries, and practice notes are used to great effect in each chapter, enabling students to apply theory to practice as they progress through the book.