The Sociology of Social Work

How do sociologists explain the role and function of social work in society? How has sociological knowledge been used, adapted and misused by social workers? First published in 1991, this title includes chapters on sociological theory and social work, child protection, community care, probation interviews, family therapy and more.

Autorentext
Martin Davies

Inhalt

List of Contributors. Acknowledgements. 1. Sociology and Social Work: A Misunderstood Relationship Martin Davies Part 1: Social Work and Sociological Theory 2. The Construction of a Contemporary Sociology of Social Work Roger Sibeon 3. The Sociology of Welfare: Where Social Work Fits In John Offer Part 2: Sociological Perspectives on Social Work 4. Sociology, Social Work, and Child Protection Brian Corby 5. Social Work, Community Care, and Informal Networks Graham Allan 6. Studying Talk in Probation Interviews Stephen Stanley 7. The Family and the Therapist: Towards a Sociology of Social Work Method David Howe 8. The Sociology of Size in Residential Care Peter Huxley 9. 'Race', Gender, and Social Work Lena Dominelli 10. Knowledge, Power, and the Shape of Social Work Practice David Howe. Bibliography. Name Index. Subject Index.