Handbook of Social Work With Groups

Book Details

• Author: Charles D. Garvin

• Publisher: GUILFORD PRESS

• Edition: 2

• Binding: Paperback

• Number of Pages: 642

• Release Date: 27-06-2017

• ISBN: 9781462530588

• Package Dimensions: 10.0 x 7.0 x 1.5 inches

• Languages: English

About the Book

The Handbook of Social Work with Groups (Second Edition) is a comprehensive and authoritative text that introduces students and practitioners to the theory and practice of social work with groups. This revised and expanded edition brings together insights from leading experts in the field to provide in-depth coverage of key models of group work and the essential issues involved in planning, implementing, and evaluating group interventions.

This edition retains its focus on group work across various settings, including mental health, prevention, child welfare, substance abuse, health care, aging, and corrections. It also addresses the growing importance of organizational and community settings. The book emphasizes empowerment, social justice, and diversity, integrating these core values throughout its discussions.

The Handbook also reviews the empirical foundations of group work and highlights innovative research methods, offering practitioners a practical yet research-based approach to group work.

What's New in This Edition:

• Advances in the Field: Over a decade of developments in group work theory and practice have been incorporated into this edition, offering fresh perspectives and methodologies.

• Practitioner-Researcher Collaboration: A heightened focus on collaboration between practitioners and researchers to improve the effectiveness of group work interventions.

• Substance Abuse Prevention with Youth: Two new chapters dedicated to substance abuse prevention programs for youth, a critical and growing area of group work.

• Social Justice and Evidence-Based Practice: Expanded coverage of social justice work, evidence-based practice, and contemporary issues such as offender reentry, intimate partner violence, and intergroup dialogue.

• Working with Immigrants and Refugees: A new chapter on working with immigrant and refugee populations, addressing the unique challenges and opportunities for group work in this area.

• Qualitative and Intervention Research: New insights into qualitative methods and intervention research, providing valuable tools for practitioners engaged in group work research.

• Updated Topics: Existing topics such as cognitive-behavioral group work, psychoeducational groups, and technology-mediated groups have been extensively revised to reflect current trends and practices.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive Coverage: Covers all major practice settings for social work with groups, including both traditional and emerging areas.

• Focus on Social Justice and Empowerment: Emphasizes the core principles of social justice and empowerment, integrating them into group work practice.

• Evidence-Based Practices: Incorporates the latest research and evidence-based approaches to group work, with practical strategies for implementation.

• Inclusive and Diverse Perspectives: Addresses issues related to diversity, working with marginalized populations, and fostering inclusivity in group settings.

• Innovative Research: Introduces new research methods and theoretical developments that are shaping the future of group work in social work.

About the Author:

Charles D. Garvin is a leading authority in the field of social work and group work practice. His work has greatly contributed to the development of group work theories and practices, particularly in mental health, prevention, and child welfare. Garvin has worked with a wide range of groups and individuals, making him a respected and influential figure in the field.

The Handbook of Social Work with Groups (Second Edition) is an essential resource for social work practitioners, students, and researchers who want a comprehensive, evidence-based, and socially responsible guide to group work in social work. This revised edition offers a contemporary, updated approach to group work while retaining the core principles that have made it an indispensable text in the field.