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Diversity, Oppression, and Social Functioning: Person-In-Environment Assessment and Intervention (3rd Edition) (Mysearchlab Series for Social Work)
Diversity Oppression and Social Functioning PersonInEnvironment Assessment and Intervention - 3rd Edition - Mysearchlab Series for Social Work
Author: George A. Appleby, Edgar A. Colon, Julia Hamilton
Using the “Person-In-Environment” (PIE) theoretical framework, this diversity practice text teaches students how to think about their personal reactions and assumptions about diversity and what constitutes cultural competent “assessment” and “intervention” when working with a broad range of diverse populati...  more » The diverse populations presented in the text are described within an ecological, strengths perspective. The authors’ thesis is that, in order to work effectively with diverse populations, it is necessary to take into consideration the complex dynamics of social functioning and social oppression. The “Person-In-Environment” theoretical framework provides a basis for analysis of the social, economic, and political reality of these diverse populations. The text presents an affirmative practice approach and builds on the available diversity practice literature. This text can be used in diversity practice courses, courses on working with oppressed populations, and other practice courses (such as advanced practice) that focus on diversity issues.
ISBN-13: 9780205787296
ISBN-10: 0205787290
Publication Date: 3/25/2010
Pages: 320
Edition: 3
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Publisher: Prentice Hall
Book Type: Paperback
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