Hodgson, David <br/><br/>
Key concepts and theory in social work 
David Hodgson and Lynelle Watts 
 - London :  Palgrave Macmillan,  c2017. 
 - xv, 282 p. :  ill. ;  24 cm. 
<br/><br/>1. Introduction.- 2. Theory and Practice.- 3. Risk.- 4. Power.- 5. Poverty and Disadvantage.- 6. Difference.- 7. Respect and Dignity.- 8. Social Justice and Fairness.- 9. Human Rights.- 10. Spirituality and Hope.- 11. Organisational Contexts.- 12. Empathy.- 13. Professional Judgement and Decision-Making.- 14. Assessment.- 15. Reflexivity, Reflective Practice and Critical Reflection. 
<br/><br/> Social work is a discipline committed to social justice and human rights, and to improving the well―being of individuals, families, communities and societies. But the world is changing, with environmental disasters, an increase in violent conflict and the aftermath of the Global Financial Crisis impacting negatively on human and ecological well-being. Social workers are often working at the forefront of these and other challenging situations, and they must apply knowledge and skills to their practice in a thoughtful and ethical way. What kind of knowledge and skills will social workers need to succeed in this intellectually and emotionally demanding job? 
<br/><br/><label>ISBN: </label>9781137487834 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>Social Work<br/>Human Rights
<br/><br/><label>Dewey Class. No.: </label>361.305 HO KE