Psychology for social work : a comprehensive guide to human growth and development
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Psychology for social work : a comprehensive guide to human growth and development
Palgrave, 2016
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 344-355) and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
This exciting core text book is an engaging and accessible introduction to understanding human behaviour and development from a psychological perspective. Written by a psychologist with extensive teaching experience, it offers a clear and systematic exploration of psychological concepts and research, and discussion of their relevance for social work practice.
Adopting a logical and intuitive structure, this is key reading for Human Growth and Development modules and a range of other Social Work modules with psychological content. Psychology for Social Work offers a truly integrative resource for students, allowing them to see how different elements of theory and research connect together for practical application.
Table of Contents
1 Introduction.- 2 The Brain and Behaviour.- 3 Communication and Relationship in Social Work.- 4 Approaches to Psychology.- 5 Human Growth and Development.- 6 Disabilities.- 7 Mental Health.- 8 Stress and Environmental Stressors.- 9 Abuse and Trauma.- 10 B=f (P,E) Behaviour is a Function of the Person in the Environment.- Appendices.- References.- Index.
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