Synopsis
This thoroughly-revised HBSE text is based upon social systems theory and incorporates the new Curriculum Policy Statements of the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). It is based upon a generalist practice foundation, and includes practice examples that help students to understand the underlying theory. The text examines basic concepts in each of the various system sizes: the social group, the family, the organization, and the community. It includes expanded coverage of diversity, values and ethics, social and economic justice/oppression, populations-at-risk, and other areas outlined in the Statements. An Instructor's Manual/Test Bank and computerized test bank provide instructors with invaluable assistance in teaching the course.
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Review
“Strong theoretical foundation…Good emphasis on larger social systems…Coherent organization of the text…” -- JoDee G. Keller, Pacific Lutheran University
“I find that the focus on systems theory is excellent and by the time students are finished with the book they have a clear understanding of systems.” -- Donna R. Fiedler, La Salle University
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Based on a generalist practice foundation,Human Behavior and the Social Environment: Social Systems Theory, 6/e, evaluates various human behavior theories and examines the basic concepts in each of the systems: the individual, the social group, the family, the organization, and the community. .
New to this Edition:
- An expanded introduction to theory to show a direct connection between theory and practice, providing a framework for critical thinking as each new theory is presented in the text
- New information on rural communities as “adapting systems,” along with an emphasis on technology.
- A streamlined model of Social Systems Theory
- Information emphasizing the biological connection to psychosocial development theories
- A section on cognitive-behavioral theory, which complements the coverage of cognitive theory and behavioral theory
- Information on spirituality added to theories dealing with group process
- Three new organizational theories
“Strong theoretical foundation…Good emphasis on larger social systems…Coherent organization of the text…” -- JoDee G. Keller, Pacific Lutheran University
“I find that the focus on systems theory is excellent and by the time students are finished with the book they have a clear understanding of systems.” -- Donna R. Fiedler, La Salle University
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