The Social Work Dictionary | 
 enlarge | Author: Robert L. Barker
Publisher: NASW Press
Category: Book
Buy New: $52.99
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Avg. Customer Rating:  18 reviews
Sales Rank: 13910
Media: Paperback
Edition: 5th
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 493
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.4
Dimensions (in): 9.9 x 6.9 x 1.4
ISBN: 087101355X
Dewey Decimal Number: 361.303
EAN: 9780871013552
ASIN: 087101355X
Publication Date: June 1, 2003
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Product Description
The dynamic vocabulary of social work, like the profession itself, continues to grow and become more complex. Since the first edition of The Social Work Dictionary in 1987, this essential reference work has been recognized as the definitive lexicon of social work. Now in its fifth edition, The Social Work Dictionary captures more than 9,000 terms, cataloging and cross-referencing the nomenclature, concepts, organizations, historical figures, and values that define the profession. A special historical section represents a chronology of the significant developments in the United States and the world toward social welfare policies, practices, and the betterment of humanity. Used extensively in schools of social work, social service agency libraries, and in social work offices worldwide, The Social Work Dictionary, 5th Edition is a staple in professional libraries. It is unequaled as a study tool for preparing for licensing and certification exams. Every social worker-from professor to student, from novice to experienced professional-should own this unparalleled resource for understanding the language of social work and related disciplines! SPECIAL FEATURES:
Terms and definitions evaluated and edited by an expert editorial review board
Terms that social workers have adopted for use from sociology, anthropology, medicine, law, psychology, and economics
Definitions of symptoms and diagnostic labels for various forms of mental disorders as they are understood by social workers, psychiatrists, psychologists, and other mental health professionals
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 Excellent reference tool for Social Work/Health May 9, 2008
At first, I was very skeptical about the purchase. However, once I got the book I took the time to read through it and I was very pleased that I had actually purchased the book. The text provides very thorough and meanful definitions that are very understandable. I also use my text at school while doing some of my course work. This book has eased my life so much and I would recommend that everyone should acquire this book as a reference guide. The book offers so much information to help you through your day and with understanding the terminology which helps you make better accessments on your clients.
Pretty Much All the Information You Will Ever Need April 24, 2008
I bought this book to look up those terms that, since my formal education, I seem to have forgotten. On more than one occasion, it has allowed me to write more thorough and extensive progress notes. Also, it helped me study for my LICSW exam. I definitely recommend it.
Nitty Gritty March 23, 2008
Easy access to every social work term imaginable. It's been worth the cost to me in my beginning practice!
 The Social Work Dictionary March 18, 2008
I was hoping it would have a little more information. It is good in a pinch but is missing some key elements of social work practice.
Social Work or any services professionals supplement December 7, 2007
Wonderful book that just increases understanding of those vague and unknown concepts. Great for the student and the professional.
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