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Systems thinking managing chaos and complexity : a platform for designing business architecture / by Gharajedaghi, Jamshid

Table of Contents: “…System philosophy : the name of the devil -- pt. 2. Systems theory : the nature of the beast -- pt. 3. Systems methodology : the logic of the madness -- pt. 4. …”
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Systems thinking managing chaos and complexity : a platform for designing business architecture / by Gharajedaghi, Jamshid

Table of Contents: “…System philosophy : the name of the devil -- pt. 2. Systems theory : the nature of the beast -- pt. 3. Systems methodology : the logic of the madness -- pt. 4. …”
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Family theories: foundations and applications / by Allen, Katherine R., Henderson, Angela C.

Table of Contents: “…-- Functionalist Theory -- Conflict Theory -- Symbolic Interactionist Theory -- Family Developmental Theory -- Family Systems Theory -- Social Exchange Theory -- Feminist Theory -- Life Course Theory -- Family Ecological Theory -- Family Stress and Resilience Theory -- Conclusion.…”

Family theories: foundations and applications / by Allen, Katherine R., Henderson, Angela C.

Table of Contents: “…-- Functionalist Theory -- Conflict Theory -- Symbolic Interactionist Theory -- Family Developmental Theory -- Family Systems Theory -- Social Exchange Theory -- Feminist Theory -- Life Course Theory -- Family Ecological Theory -- Family Stress and Resilience Theory -- Conclusion.…”

Western biomedicine and Eastern therapeutics an integrative strategy for personalized and preventive healthcare / by Wang, Sun-Chong, 1963-

Table of Contents: “…Evidence-based practice -- Modern Western biomedicine -- Traditional oriental ethnomedicine -- Integrative medicine -- Safety and regulation of herbal products -- Cancer -- Common fatal disease -- Common nonfatal disease -- Condition of the reproductive system -- Theories of ageing -- Regenerative medicine -- Longevity.…”
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Western biomedicine and Eastern therapeutics an integrative strategy for personalized and preventive healthcare / by Wang, Sun-Chong, 1963-

Table of Contents: “…Evidence-based practice -- Modern Western biomedicine -- Traditional oriental ethnomedicine -- Integrative medicine -- Safety and regulation of herbal products -- Cancer -- Common fatal disease -- Common nonfatal disease -- Condition of the reproductive system -- Theories of ageing -- Regenerative medicine -- Longevity.…”
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Infinity's rainbow the politics of energy, climate and globalization / by Byron, Michael P., 1956-

Table of Contents: “…Conceptual foundations -- Crisis and cognition -- Systems theory and its implications -- The crises -- Peak oil and hydrocarbon resource depletion -- Global warming and climate change : wind and weather -- Global warming and climate change II : oceans, waters and ices -- Famine, disease, and pestilence -- Political failure and economic collapse -- Propaganda, betrayal, and war -- Unholy union : church, corporation, and state -- The big picture -- Seeking change.…”
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Infinity's rainbow the politics of energy, climate and globalization / by Byron, Michael P., 1956-

Table of Contents: “…Conceptual foundations -- Crisis and cognition -- Systems theory and its implications -- The crises -- Peak oil and hydrocarbon resource depletion -- Global warming and climate change : wind and weather -- Global warming and climate change II : oceans, waters and ices -- Famine, disease, and pestilence -- Political failure and economic collapse -- Propaganda, betrayal, and war -- Unholy union : church, corporation, and state -- The big picture -- Seeking change.…”
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Medical device data and modeling for clinical decision making by Zaleski, John R.

Table of Contents: “…Introduction to automatic control systems theory and applications -- ch. 4. Physical system modeling and state representation -- ch. 5. …”
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Medical device data and modeling for clinical decision making by Zaleski, John R.

Table of Contents: “…Introduction to automatic control systems theory and applications -- ch. 4. Physical system modeling and state representation -- ch. 5. …”
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Organizational behavior 4. by Miner, John B.

Table of Contents: “…From decision-making theory to decision-making practice -- pt. 5. From systems theory to the processes and structures of organizations -- pt. 6. …”
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Organizational behavior 4. by Miner, John B.

Table of Contents: “…From decision-making theory to decision-making practice -- pt. 5. From systems theory to the processes and structures of organizations -- pt. 6. …”
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Ordinary families, special children a systems approach to childhood disability / by Seligman, Milton, 1937-

Table of Contents: “…Introduction and conceptual framework I : social and cultural systems -- Conceptual framework II : family systems theory and childhood disability -- All families are not alike : social and cultural diversity in reaction to childhood disability -- Becoming the parent of a child with a disability : reactions to first information -- Childhood : continuing adaptation -- Looking to the future : adolescence and adulthood -- Effects on the family as a system -- Effects on fathers -- Effects on siblings -- Effects on grandparents -- Professional-family interaction : working toward partnership -- Perspectives and approaches for working with families -- Applying a partnership approach to addressing family resources, concerns, and priorities : developing family service plans.…”
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Ordinary families, special children a systems approach to childhood disability / by Seligman, Milton, 1937-

Table of Contents: “…Introduction and conceptual framework I : social and cultural systems -- Conceptual framework II : family systems theory and childhood disability -- All families are not alike : social and cultural diversity in reaction to childhood disability -- Becoming the parent of a child with a disability : reactions to first information -- Childhood : continuing adaptation -- Looking to the future : adolescence and adulthood -- Effects on the family as a system -- Effects on fathers -- Effects on siblings -- Effects on grandparents -- Professional-family interaction : working toward partnership -- Perspectives and approaches for working with families -- Applying a partnership approach to addressing family resources, concerns, and priorities : developing family service plans.…”
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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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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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When the letter betrays the spirit voting rights enforcement and African American participation from Lyndon Johnson to Barack Obama / by King-Meadows, Tyson, 1972-

Table of Contents: “…Bush Administration -- pt. 3. A systems theory approach to enforcement: The macro-political context shaping enfranchisement, 2000-2008 ; Conclusion : regulating discretion and the challenge of post-racial politics.…”
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Romanticism and parenting image, instruction and ideology /

Table of Contents: “…Mason's soul : how Blake rewrites Mary Wollstonecraft's Original stories from real life / Amy Carol Reeves -- Matrilineal descent : mother, daughter, and the seeking soul in Mary Shelley's Proserpine / Carolyn A. Weber -- Family systems theory and "The man of fifty years" in Goethe's Wilhelm Meister's journeyman years / Ingrin Broszeit-Rieger -- Wordsworth's mother tongue : mourning, language and identity in "The emigrant mother" / Robert C. …”
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When the letter betrays the spirit voting rights enforcement and African American participation from Lyndon Johnson to Barack Obama / by King-Meadows, Tyson, 1972-

Table of Contents: “…Bush Administration -- pt. 3. A systems theory approach to enforcement: The macro-political context shaping enfranchisement, 2000-2008 ; Conclusion : regulating discretion and the challenge of post-racial politics.…”
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