Groups in Social Work A Workbook

Cover of Groups in Social Work A Workbook by Jacqueline Corcoran
Publisher: Pearson Education Incorporated
Year: 2009
Language: en
Edition: 1
Pages: 195
ISBN-13: 9780205542727
Dimensions:
Height: 10.787 Inches
Length: 8.425 Inches
Weight: 1.09569744214 Pounds
Width: 0.63 Inches
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“Groups in Social Work: A Workbook” by Jacqueline Corcoran, published by Pearson Education Incorporated in 2009, is a comprehensive resource designed for those involved in social work. This 195-page workbook provides practical information, case examples, and exercises that address common challenges faced in group settings. It emphasizes a strengths-based approach, equipping social workers with strategies to prevent and address issues that may arise within groups.

Readers will find a variety of case vignettes and questions throughout the workbook, which enhance the learning experience. The text includes diverse examples from different types of groups, such as psychoeducational settings, and features an appendix dedicated to evidence-based practice. This edition serves as a valuable tool for students and professionals in social services and welfare, focusing on practical applications in social work contexts.


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Filled with practical information and an abundance of case examples and exercises, “Groups in Social Work: A Workbook” addresses the common problems and issues that typically come up in groups. It shows how social workers can effectively use a strengths-based approach to both prevent and correct problems that may occur within the group. Features — – Case vignettes, examples, and questions are posed throughout the workbook – Strengths-based approach throughout, with one chapter completely devoted to it (Ch.11)- An abundance of examples from diverse settings (e.g., clubhouse settings) and different types of groups (e.g. psychoeducational)- An Appendix dedicated to evidence-based practice coincides with Chapter 2 to help students learn how to find evidence-based curriculums What reviewers are saying? “[This textbook] fills a need and void in clinical social work education.” — Thomas A. Atilt, University of Georgia, Athens “The workbook provides an exceptional collection of dialogued case examples.” — Dina M. Kassler, University of Texas, Austin “When I began reading the workbook I found myself answering the questions and was both curious and excited about what was next!” — J. Camille Hall, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Instructors: You can order this special package option for your students: Get a special reduced package price if you use “Groups in Social Work: A Workbook” along with the best-selling text-“Toseland/Rivas: An Introduction to Group Work Practice 6/e.” Please contact your local Pearson rep for more details. www.pearsonhighered.com/replocator.

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