Social Work with Older Adults: A Biopsychosocial Approach to Assessment and Intervention (The Merrill Social Work and Human Services Series)
$74.78
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Social Work with Older Adults provides pre- and in-service social workers with a clear and engaging all-in-one resource for working with older adults. This practical and comprehensive text examines the basics of biopsychosocial functioning, the assessment of older adults’ strengths, and the design of both traditional and alternative interventions to treat a wide variety of challenges facing older adults. Readers are given the opportunity to practice the tools and strategies they need in the field through numerous case studies, discussion questions, and new integrated learning activities. The 5th Edition includes a new chapter (13) that details the importance of community programs, as well as expanded coverage of culturally responsive practice throughout the text. New cases with discussion questions and new end-of-chapter integrated learning activities offer readers even more opportunities for practice.
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Are you a social worker looking for a comprehensive resource on working with older adults? Look no further! Social Work with Older Adults: A Biopsychosocial Approach to Assessment and Intervention is the ultimate guide for social workers in the field. This book offers a practical and clear overview of the basics of biopsychosocial functioning, allowing you to better understand the specific needs of older adults.
With this book, you will learn how to assess the strengths of older adults and design effective interventions to tackle the challenges they face. Through numerous case studies and discussion questions, you will have the opportunity to practice the tools and strategies needed in the field. The 5th Edition even includes a new chapter on community programs, highlighting the importance of resources available to older adults.
Culturally responsive practice is also emphasized throughout the text, ensuring that you can provide the best care possible to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Our goal is to help you become a well-rounded and effective social worker, equipped with the knowledge and skills to make a positive impact on older adults' lives.
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