The Strengths Perspective in Social Work Practice, Fifth Edition

This unrivaled collection of essays explainsthe strengths-based philosophy, demonstrates how it works, and provides clear and practical tools for its application.Each chapter is written by an expert in the field to provide a balanced approach to social work practice that explores the strengths and assets of clients.

The readings examine the philosophy, principles, and language of the strengths perspective, strengths-based appreciations, assessments and approaches to practice, and using the strengths-based perspective in context. Eight new chapters have been added to the Fifth Edition.