Social Work Perspectives on Human Behaviour

The capacity to observe, interpret and understandhumanbehaviour is vital for effective social work practice. By choosing to enter a profession that requires high levels ofastute observation and listening skills in the interpretation of peoples behaviour, social work students have undertaken a demandingt ask.Using a bio-psychosocial framework, this fascinating book provides a wide basis of perspectives on human behaviour on which to build understanding of and responses to peoples behaviours,along with an enhanced appreciation of some of the circumstances that shape behaviour. Margarete Parrish covers the key theories of human growth and development in the context of social relationships, providing a frame of reference from which to explore various aspects of human behaviour. This is particularly relevant to students preparedness to practice social work with complex populations, addressing factors such as: Attachment Developmental status Context Diversity Trauma Oppression By drawingfrombiological, psychological and sociological perspectives, the book aims to provide social work students with a theoretically informedbasis to observe, understand, and interpret peoples behaviours inways that will contribute to excellent practice. The book includes exercises, discussion questions and chapter summary points to helpthe reader further develop their understanding. Social Work Perspectives on Human Behaviour is key reading for all social work students.