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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... relationships of the individuals and groups . This network of relationships has two elements : habit - forming predictability , which Berger and Luckmann ( 1967 ) called institutionalization , and interdependence , which may take ...
... relationships as the central human necessity and disconnections as the source of psycholog- ical problems . It assumes that all growth - fostering relationships and all disconnections are constructed within specific cultural contexts ...
... relationships that provide the most autonomy . 8. Other rewards and costs equal , individuals choose alternatives characterized by the least ambiguity in terms of expected future events and outcomes . 9. Other costs and rewards equal ...
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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 |