Contemporary Human Behavior Theory: A Critical Perspective for Social Work
β Scribed by Susan P. Robbins, Pranab Chatterjee, Edward R. Canda
- Publisher
- Pearson / Allyn & Bacon
- Year
- 2012
- Tongue
- English
- Leaves
- 510
- Edition
- 3rd
- Category
- Library
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β¦ Synopsis
It includes contemporary developments in traditional lifespan theory, theories of political economy, and a separate chapter on transpersonal theory. Each chapter includes coverage of the research that supports a particular theory, an analysis of the validity of that research, and a discussion of updated βContemporary Issues.β
The text encourages students to develop critical thinking skills in analyzing and comparing theories.
β¦ Subjects
human behavior, social services, social ecology
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