Human Behavior Theory and Applications: A Critical Thinking Approach

DePoy, E. and Gilson, S. F.

ISBN 10: 141299036X / ISBN 13: 9781412990363

Published by Sage Publications, Inc, 2011

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Human Behavior Theory and Applications: A Critical Thinking Approach
• Publisher: Sage Publications, Inc
• Publication Date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 141299036X
• ISBN 13: 9781412990363
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Poor
• Weight: 800 grams
• Seller catalogs:
  • Psychology & Psychiatry

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Synopsis

In Human Behavior Theory and Applications, authors Elizabeth DePoy and Stephen Gilson use a critical thinking approach to engage students to think in depth about theory and its use in social work practice. With a strong focus on diversity, this book expands its theory coverage to include progressive and the most cutting-edge contemporary thinking. The authors skillfully introduce theory, critically examine each theory, including developmental theories, environmental theories, diversity theories, systems theories, and new and emerging theories, and then apply each theory to social work practice providing a synthesis of classical and contemporary theory for scholarly analysis and application to professional, intellectual, and social action.

About the Authors

Elizabeth DePoy is a professor at University of Maine School of Social Work where she has taught research and evaluation methods for 28 years. Her scholarship in social work focuses on methods of inquiry and particularly on integrating research, evaluation, and professional practice. She has co-authored 15 books and over 100 articles and presents her work locally through globally. Her most recent books include Branding and Designing Disability, and the 5^th edition of Introduction to Research. 

Stephen Gilson is professor at the University of Maine where he teaches human behavior in the social environment, diversity theory, and biology for social workers. His own work is informed by systematic inquiry and thus he is committed to the synthesis of practice and research within social work. Stephen has authored/coauthored 12 books and over 80 articles including Branding and Designing Disability and Evaluation Practice. He presents his work nationally and internationally.