Modern social work theory

List of figures

Preface to the fourth edition

About the author

A note on terminology

Part 1. Thinking about social work theory

The social construction of social work theory

Evaluating social work theory

Connecting theory and practice

Part 2. Reviewing social work theories

Psychodynamic practice

Crisis and task-centred practice

Cognitive-behavioural practice

Systems and ecological practice

Macro practice, social development and social pedagogy

Strengths, narrative and solution practice

Humanistic practice, existentialism and spirituality

Empowerment and advocacy

Critical practice

Feminist practice

Anti-oppressive and multicultural sensitivity approaches to practice

Bibliography

Author index

Subject index.