Sociology and Social Work (Transforming Social Work Practice Series)

📘 Book Details

• Author: Jo Cunningham

• Publisher: Learning Matters

• Edition: Third

• Language: English

• ISBN: 9781526464293

• Binding: Paperback

• Release Date: 10-10-2022

• Dimensions: 9.6 x 6.8 x 0.8 inches

📝 About the Book

This comprehensive guide integrates sociological perspectives into the realm of social work, demonstrating how societal and structural influences impact human behavior. Written specifically for social work students, Jo Cunningham explores key sociological theories, debates, and concepts, with a focus on applying them in practical, real-world settings.

This book delves into core sociological perspectives like functionalism, Marxism, symbolic interactionism, and postmodernism, offering clear explanations and examples. The author links these theories to major social issues such as poverty, social exclusion, education, and social class, providing the theoretical framework needed for a successful social work career.

🔑 Key Features:

• Step-by-Step Introduction to Sociology and Social Work: Ideal for students, it clearly explains why sociology is integral to social work practice.

• Comprehensive Overview of Sociological Theories: Explores essential sociological perspectives such as functionalism, Marxism, and symbolic interactionism.

• Practical Case Studies and Activities: Each chapter includes case studies, activities, and links to skills in practice, reinforcing the relevance of theory to everyday social work tasks.

• Focus on Key Social Issues: Covers critical topics such as poverty, social class, education, moral panics, and social justice.

• Special Focus on Family and Community: Includes detailed chapters on the role of family and community in social work, offering deeper insights into these essential areas.

🌍 Themes Explored:

• Poverty and Social Exclusion: The book explores how sociology helps in understanding issues like poverty, inequality, and marginalization in social work contexts.

• Education and Social Class: Discusses the impact of education systems and social class on individuals and communities.

• Social Justice and Ethics: Introduces students to the foundational sociological concepts related to social justice, providing a lens through which to view societal inequities.

• Family and Community in Social Work: Analyzes the complex roles of family and community in shaping individuals' lives and their social work interventions.

🎁 Why You’ll Love This Book:

• Perfect for Social Work Students: This book will equip students with the sociological tools necessary for their social work placements and practice.

• Real-World Application: With case studies, practical examples, and activities, students can connect sociological theory to real-life challenges.

• Comprehensive and Accessible: Written in an approachable and clear style, this book makes complex sociological ideas accessible to undergraduate and postgraduate students.