SOCIOLOGY FOR SOCIAL WORKERS

Book Details

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Author: Anne Llewellyn, Lorraine Agu

• Binding: Hardcover

• ISBN: 9788131607961

• Pages: 330 pages

• Release Date: 01-11-2017

• Languages: English

• Package Dimensions: 9.8 x 7.9 x 2.0 inches

• Sale Territory: India Only

About the Book
The second edition of Sociology for Social Workers by Anne Llewellyn and Lorraine Agu is an essential textbook that demonstrates how sociology can enhance social work practice in the twenty-first century. This updated edition provides a jargon-free introduction to sociology, specifically designed for social work students, and emphasizes its relevance to real-world practice.

The book explores a broad range of topics, including social class, poverty, gender, race, disability, and health, linking sociological insights to the social work field. The new edition is fully updated to address contemporary issues in social work, contextualized within global changes, and highlights the importance of sociological theories in supporting effective social work practice.

With engaging case studies and rich illustrations, this textbook not only highlights the connections between sociology and social work but also offers students an accessible and practical resource to improve their practice. Its pedagogical features are designed to support students’ learning and enhance their understanding of sociology's role in social work.

Contents

• Introduction

• What is Sociology?

• Social Class, Poverty, and Social Exclusion

• Gender

• Race and Ethnicity

• Disability

• Sexuality and Sexual Exploitation

• Deviance and Crime

• Family and Community

• Children and Young People

• Old Age

• Health and Mental Health

• Social Work and Social Context

About the Author
Anne Llewellyn is the Principal Lecturer in Learning and Teaching at Teesside University.
Lorraine Agu is the Principal Lecturer in Social Work at Leeds Beckett University.
David Mercer is a Senior Lecturer in Social Work at Leeds Beckett University.