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Applying theory to generalist social work practice : a case study approach / by Langer, Carol L., Lietz, Cynthia A.

Table of Contents: “…The Relevance of Studying Theory for Aspiring Social Workers Case Example Evidence-Based Practice Further Debates Theoretical Integration Common Elements Implementation of Theory: The Role of Microskills Conclusion Resources for Students References CHAPTER TWO: Ecological and Systems Theories Introduction A Historical Discussion of Ecological and Systems Theories Ecological and Systems Theories: Theoretical Principles Ecological and Systems Theories: Key Concepts Application of Ecological and Systems Theories within Social Work Practice Case Example Stories from the Field Student Application of Skills Strengths and Limitations of Ecological and Systems Theories Conclusion Resources for Students References CHAPTER THREE: The Strengths Perspective Introduction A Social Work History Lesson Limitations of the Medical Model Moving Toward a Strengths Perspective The Strengths Perspective: Key Concepts The Strengths Perspective: Principles Application of the Strengths Perspective within Social Work Practice Case Example Stories from the Field Student Application of Skills Limitations of the Strengths Perspective Conclusion Resources for Students References CHAPTER FOUR: The Task-Centered Model Introduction Historical Development Theoretical Assumptions The Task-Centered Model and the Helping Process Applicability of Task-Centered Work Compatibility with Social Work Values and Ethics, Systems and Strengths Perspectives Case Example Stories from the Field Student Application of Skills Strengths and Limitations Conclusion Resources for Students References CHAPTER FIVE: Conflict Theory Introduction Historical Development of Conflict Theory Dialectical Materialism Macro Case Example Mezzo Case Example Application of Conflict Theory to Social Work Practice Stories from the Field Student Application of Skills Strengths and Limitations of Conflict Theory Conclusion Resources for Students References CHAPTER SIX: Humanism and Client-Centered Theory Introduction A Historical Discussion of Client-Centered Theory Client-Centered Theory: Theoretical Principles Client-Centered Theory: Key Concepts Stories from the Field Application of Client-Centered Theory within Social Work Practice Case Example Student Application of Skills Strengths and Limitations of Humanism Conclusion Resources for Students References CHAPTER SEVEN: Cognitive and Behavioral Theories Introduction A Historical Discussion of Behaviorism and Cognitive Theory Cognitive and Behavioral Theories: Key Concepts Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Stories from the Field Application of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy within Social Work Practice Case Example Student Application of Skills Benefits and Limitations of the Cognitive and Behavioral Theories Conclusion Resources for Students References CHAPTER EIGHT: Empowerment Theory Introduction Basic Assumptions of the Empowerment Perspective Development of Empowerment in Social Work Historical Example Contemporary Examples of the Need for Empowerment Social Work with Groups and Empowerment Case Example Stories from the Field Student Application of Skills Strengths and Limitations of Empowerment Theory Conclusion Resources for Students References CHAPTER NINE: Narrative Theory Introduction A Historical Discussion of Narrative Theory Narrative Theory: Theoretical Assumptions Narrative Theory: Key Concepts Application of Narrative Theory within Social Work Practice Case Example Stories from the Field Stories from the Field Student Application of Skills Strengths and Limitations of Narrative Theory Conclusion Resources for Students References CHAPTER TEN: Solution-Focused Brief Therapy Introduction Theoretical Assumptions of SFBT Historical Development Use of the SFBT in the Helping Process Case Example Stories from the Field Student Application of Skills Strengths and Limitations of the Solution-Focused Model Conclusion Resources for Students References CHAPTER ELEVEN: Crisis Theory Introduction A Brief History of Crisis Theory Levels of Crisis Stages of Experiencing and Resolving a Crisis Case Example Critical Necessities of Each Stage The Critical Incident Stress Debriefing and Management Protocol Stories from the Field Student Application of Skills Strengths and Limitations of Crisis Theory Conclusion Resources for Students References CHAPTER TWELVE: Feminist and Critical Theories By Andrea N. …”
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Climate change / by Wong, Kaufui Vincent

Table of Contents: “…Climate change and all evidences of global warming -- 6.1 Introduction -- 6.2 Mean temperature changes -- 6.3 Arctic ice caps -- 6.4 Wildlife and extinction -- 6.5 Weather patterns -- 6.6 Solutions -- References --…”
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Agendas for 21st century engineers /

Table of Contents: “…/ Caroline Brandt -- The Art of Reading: Evidence, Relevance and Detection / Roger Nunn -- Chapter Two: Engineering Education In With the Old: Sketching and Journaling Serve Engineering Students / Well Linda Schmidt -- Reforming Engineering Education to Meet the Needs of a Knowledgebased Economy / Brian Bielenberg -- Chapter Three: Competencies for Engineering An Australian Study of the Importance of Communication for Engineers / Sally Male -- On the Criticality of Communication and Team Skills for Modern Engineering Practice / David Bowen -- Chapter Four: Engineering and Gender A Wise Model for a WiSE Program / Nadia M. …”
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The Handbook of Salutogenesis

Table of Contents: “…Section I: History and Development of the Salutogenic Model -- Introduction to the Aim of the Book -- Aaron Antonovsky, the Scholar and the Man -- The Salutogenic Model of Health: Developments from 1979 to 1994 -- The Sense of Coherence as Appreciated by Antonovsky -- Section II: Developments in the Era after Antonovsky: Sense of Coherence -- The Role of Culture in the Development of Sense of Coherence -- Development of SOC over the Life Course -- Sense of Coherence: Individuals, Families, Community -- Critical Reflections on the Conceptualisation and Measurement of SOC -- Section III: Developments in the Era after Antonovsky -- The Conceptualisation, Nature, Sources and Measurement of Generalised Resistance Resources -- Public and Private Health Measures and Other Specific Resistance Resources -- The Concepts of Health in Research Based on the Salutogenic Model -- Section IV: Salutogenesis Research in Settings for Health Promotion -- Organisations and Work Life -- Schools -- Cities and Towns -- Community Gardens and Care Farms -- Health Care Settings -- Very Poor Settings in the Global South -- Correctional Settings -- Section V: Salutogenesis Scholarship in Non-English Literatures -- Dutch -- French -- German -- Hebrew -- Italian -- Japanese -- Polish -- Russian -- Scandinavian Languages -- Spanish -- Section VI: From the Present to the Future -- Newer Conceptualisations of the Salutogenic Model of Health -- Evidence-Based Revision of the Salutogenic Model -- Development of the Salutogenic Orientation as Part of a Larger Movement Towards Positive Perspectives in Health Promotion -- Conclusions -- Resources.…”
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The Many Faces of Strategic Voting : Tactical Behavior in Electoral Systems Around the World /

Table of Contents: “…Sparks -- Strategic voting in changing times: the 2016 election in Spain / Ignacio Lago -- Support for minority government and strategic voting / Jean-François Daoust -- Information on party strength and strategic voting: evidence of non-effects from a randomized experiment / Andre Blais, Peter Loewen, Daniel Rubenson, Laura B. …”
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Handbook of socialization theory and research /

Table of Contents: “…Beaulieu and Daphne Blunt Bugental -- Evidence from behavioral genetics for environmental contributions to antisocial conduct / Terrie E. …”
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Communication disorders in Spanish speakers theoretical, research and clinical aspects /

Table of Contents: “….] -- Phonetic descriptions of speech production in bilingual speakers: empirical evidence and clinical considerations / Fredericka Bell-Berti -- Epilogue / Loraine K. …”
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Quantitative evaluation of HIV prevention programs

Table of Contents: “…Issues in Quantitative Evaluation of Epidemiologic Evidence for Temporal Variability of HIV Infectivity Stephen C. …”
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Psychology of terrorism

Table of Contents: “…James -- Terrorism stress risk assessment and management / Douglas Paton and John. M. Violanti -- Evidence-based interventions for survivors of terrorism / Josef I. …”
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The post-mortem vindication of Jesus in the sayings Gospel Q by Smith, Daniel Alan, 1963-

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Global media ethics problems and perspectives /

Table of Contents: “…From Journalism Ethics to an Ethics of Citizenship: Evidence from Colombia Hernando Rojas and Tim Macafee, University of Wisconsin-Madison 7. …”
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Drug resistant neoplasms

Table of Contents: “…Michael -- Inherent and microenvironment-mediated mechanisms of drug resistance / Malathy P.V Shekhar -- Studies on the mechanisms of acquired resistance to EGFR tyrosine kinase inhibitor gefitinib in NSCLC cell lines: evidence that ligand-induced endocytosis of EGFR via the early/late endocytic pathway is associated with gefitinib sensitivity of NSCLC cell line / Yukio Nishimura -- Mechanisms of resistance to EGF receptor-tyrosine kinase inhibitor in NSCLC cell lines: gefitinib sensitivity is closely correlated with ligand-induced endocytosis of phosphorylated EGF receptor / Yukio Nishimura, Kiyoko Yoshioka and Kazuyuki Itoh -- Targeting adverse features of hormone-resistant breast cancer / Stephen Hiscox ... …”
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Impact of Information Society Research in the Global South

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Institutional translation and interpreting : assessing practices and managing for quality /

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Positive tourism in Africa / by Mkono, Mucha (Muchazondida)

Table of Contents: “…-- Tourism progress in the SADC region : post-colonial era milestones -- Tourism and economic wellbeing in Africa -- The positive interaction between tourism development and human development : evidence from Mauritius -- Tourism governance and organizational infrastructure in the East African community : a baseline analysis -- The contribution of the law to tourism : the case of Mauritius -- Crises, controversies, and the future Terrorism and tourism recovery cases : a study of Tunisia and Egypt -- The trophy hunting controversy : how hunters rationalise their pastime in social media -- Management of a mature destination : Kruger National Park, South Africa -- The future of tourism in Africa : optimism in a changing environment.…”
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Wild plants : the treasure of natural healers /

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'Race', youth sport, physical activity and health : global perspectives /

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Corporate governance and the global financial crisis international perspectives /

Table of Contents: “…Lorsch -- Do independent boards effectively monitor management? : evidence from Japan during the financial crisis / Chunyan Liu, Jianlei Liu and Konari Uchida -- Risk management in corporate law and corporate governance / Christoph Van der Elst -- Corporate governance, capital market regulation and the challenge of disembedded markets / Peer Zumbansen -- The focus of regulatory reforms in Europe after the global financial crisis : from corporate to contract governance / Florian M�oslein -- The great recession's impact on global corporate governance / James Shinn -- Corporate governance in the Islamic finance industry and mitigation of risks in the post global financial crises / Nasser Saidi -- A holistic approach to corporate governance : lessons from the financial crisis and the way forward / Suzanne Young and Vijaya Thyil.…”
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