Contemporary Human Behavior Theory: A Critical Perspective for Social Work - Hardcover

Susan P. Robbins; Pranab Chatterjee; Edward R. Canda

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9780205149209: Contemporary Human Behavior Theory: A Critical Perspective for Social Work
Hardcover
ISBN 10: 0205149200 ISBN 13: 9780205149209
Publisher: Allyn & Bacon, 1997

Synopsis

This new book is the first to approach the subject from a comparative theory perspective, including coverage of contemporary knowledge theories as well as traditional theories. A consistent framework for analysis is provided for all of the theoretical systems that are covered. This book encourages readers to develop critical thinking skills in analyzing and comparing theories, and includes contemporary developments in traditional lifespan theory, theories of political economy, and a separate chapter on transpersonal theory (Chapter 12). The book includes explicit content on spirituality, oppression, and social justice. Each chapter includes coverage of the research that supports a particular theory, as well as an analysis of the validity of that research; each chapter also includes a discussion of "Contemporary Issues." The last chapter, Chapter 13, provides a case example demonstrating how the various theories can be applied to a single case. Social workers, therapists, and psychologists.

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This new book is the first to approach the subject from a comparative theory perspective, including coverage of contemporary knowledge theories as well as traditional theories. A consistent framework for analysis is provided for all of the theoretical systems that are covered. This book encourages readers to develop critical thinking skills in analyzing and comparing theories, and includes contemporary developments in traditional lifespan theory, theories of political economy, and a separate chapter on transpersonal theory (Chapter 12). The book includes explicit content on spirituality, oppression, and social justice. Each chapter includes coverage of the research that supports a particular theory, as well as an analysis of the validity of that research; each chapter also includes a discussion of "Contemporary Issues." The last chapter, Chapter 13, provides a case example demonstrating how the various theories can be applied to a single case. Social workers, therapists, and psychologists.

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Publisher
Allyn & Bacon
Publication date
1997
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0205149200
ISBN 13 
9780205149209
Binding
Hardcover
Edition number
1
Number of pages
465
Rating
  • 3.48 out of 5 stars
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