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Group Theory for Social Workers

  • 1st Edition - June 28, 2014
  • Latest edition
  • Author: K. Heap
  • Language: English

Presents aspects of group theory from the disciplines of social and developmental psychology, small-group psychology, psycho-analytical theory and practice. The concepts discussed… Read more

Description

Presents aspects of group theory from the disciplines of social and developmental psychology, small-group psychology, psycho-analytical theory and practice. The concepts discussed are chosen for their relevance to understanding the behavior of clients who are members of groups in social work treatment, and the book is extensively illustrated by case extracts from social work practice

Table of contents

(partial) Introduction. Some purposes and types of groups. Group formation. Differentiation and integration. Communication in groups. Interaction. Group structure. Group development.

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: June 28, 2014
  • Language: English

About the author

K. Heap

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Affiliations and expertise
Aarhus School of Social Work, Denmark

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