The main concepts of some key theories... in pictures.
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The word theory can become quite confusing...in social work 'theory' is thrown around and can often become synonymous with model, approach, or practice. Defining and understanding theories, perspectives and practice are important in social work. The importance and usefulness of theories are discussed along with the major theories, perspectives and practices used in social work.
Why care about Theory?
Theories can guide social work in 5 key areas:
- Observation: tells us what to look for
- Description: provides a framework to arrange and organise observations
- Explanation: suggests how different observations can be connected; causal relationships
- Prediction: tells what may happen next
- Intervention: suggests what to do to bring changes
More at https://socialworkscrapbook.wordpress.com/2013/08/08/social-work-theories/
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