Cultural Diversity & Social Work Practice

Politics & Social Sciences

John S. Wodarski

Politics & Government

Charles C. Thomas, Publisher Ltd

This text addresses the very serious issue that too many of our adolescents must face, that of depression and suicide. The Surgeon General's Report indicates that ten percent of our youth are, at any one point in time in America, suffering from a mental illness. If not treated, they can go on to have a series of problems such as delinquency and truancy, and may end up in prison. This book presents an empirically based interventive approach to helping adolescents and families deal with adolescent depression and suicide. No other text focuses on this significant social issue facing adolescents and their families. In a unique approach, the text combines theory, intervention, and empirically based techniques for practitioners working with the adolescent and his or her family. It will be of interest to those in social work, sociology, psychology and child and family development. Chapters include: The Epidemic of Child and Adolescent Depression and Suicide; Assessment of Depression, Substance Abuse, and Suicidal Behavior in Children and Adolescents; Interventions for Prevention and Treatment; Coping with Adolescent Depression and Suicide Curriculum; and Family Intervention.

Adolescent Depression and Suicide: A Comprehensive Empirical Intervention for Prevention and Treatment

Self-Help

Lois Ann Wodarski

Catherine N. Dulmus

Death & Grief

Charles C. Thomas Pub Ltd

The profession of social work has a long and admirable history of attending to issues related to diversity and oppression. This new edition continues to examine the disciplinary attention regarding the provision of services to clientele who were most often marginalized by mainstream society. By understanding certain aspects of the culture experienced by a client, a social worker is better equipped to be of service, to assess, to plan, to cooperate, and to intervene. The goal of this book is to bridge the gaps and to present to readers, in one source, a wealth of practice-relevant information about African Americans, Asian Americans, Hispanic Americans, Native Americans, gay, lesbian, and bisexual individuals, women, the aged, the developmentally disabled, and those with adult-onset physical disabilities. Additional topics include the hearing-impaired, visually-impaired, and social work practice with refugees. A significant updating of many of the chapters from the previous two editions is included, enhancing the knowledge concerning social work practice. An excellent resource for increased knowledge and sensitivity, the book is designed for both undergraduate and graduate students, as well as for practitioners who desire to perfect their skills in working with culturally diverse clients.

Cultural Diversity and Social Work Practice

Bruce A. Thyer

Laura L. Myers

Dianne F. Harrison

Social Sciences

Cultural Diversity and Social Work Practice 3rd Ed.

Handbook of Violence

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Albert R. Roberts

Lisa A. Rapp-Paglicci

Psychology & Counseling

John Wiley&Sons

<p>The authors address the critical need for combating the growing problem of violence among our youth. This volume is based on theoretical knowledge and research about violent children and discusses the factors that affect the development of violent behavior. After a discussion of empirically based assessment and intervention methods, the authors present a specific intervention program (Teams - Games - Tournament Method) as an effective approach that incorporates parent, peer, school, and community involvement.<br>This book is useful for school social workers, guidance counselors, and teachers, as well as child and adolescent psychologists.</p>

Preventing Teenage Violence: An Empirical Paradigm for Schools and Families (Springer Series on Family Violence)

Lois A. Wodarski

Springer Publishing Company

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