Contemporary Human Behavior Theory: A Critical Perspective for Social WorkPearson/A and B, 2006 - 506 pagine Contemporary Human Behavior Theory: A Critical Perspective for Social Work, 2/e is the first HSBE text to approach the subject from a comparative theory perspective, providing coverage of the most current and contemporary theories as well as traditional theories. A consistent framework for analysis is provided for all of the theoretical systems that are covered. This text encourages students 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 (Ch. 12). 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 updated "Contemporary Issues." New features to the 2nd edition include updated content in all chapters, as well as new content on:
New theoretical content added to the textbook represents the most contemporary and cutting edge content in theory that is not usually found in other human behavior or theory textbooks. |
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... forms of sexual union are promoted . Consciousness - raising ; promotion of androgynous practices through all insti- tutional processes ; and organizing separate women's communities and self - help groups . Men should become more like ...
... forms of postmodernism , however , suggest that all forms of intervention are wrong . It is not yet clear how these beliefs connect with our tradition , history , and mission to " enhance the social functioning of people . " These ...
... forms of behavior ( Dollard & Miller , 1950 ) . Drive reduction , according to Dollard and Miller , is the most important form of behavioral reinforcement ( Ewen , 1988 ) . Because drive itself does not suggest the direction of the ...
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The Nature of Theories | 1 |
CHAPTER | 24 |
Conflict Theories | 63 |
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Contemporary human behavior theory: a critical perspective for social work Susan P. Robbins,Pranab Chatterjee,Edward R. Canda Anteprima non disponibile - 2006 |