Released July 2021

Series: Laboratory of Social and Community Work

Address: Theano Kalinikaki & Agapi Kandylaki

“With this book, students and social work professionals have the best guide to explore and apply in practice the theories of social work.”

Hans van Ewijk, University of Humanistic Studies, Utrecht

“The book is based on a wide range of research data, synthesizing it in a way that provides easy access to complex areas of theory and practice in social work. In the 'Focus Points' section, students and professionals can find useful suggestions that assist in the immediate connection of theory and practice.”

Autumn Roesch-Marsh, University of Edinburgh

In this clear and exceptionally structured book, which covers both theoretical knowledge and general concepts of applying theory in practice, distinguished author Malcolm Payne shows us how to work with the main theories and techniques of social work, while also identifying the advantages and limitations of each theoretical approach.

The book:

• Explores the process of social work from the initial contact to the termination of collaboration with the served individuals, groups, and communities.
• Covers the entire range of theories and methods that professionals need to know.
• Examines the techniques of applying social work in practice, as well as the ideas that drive practical application.

This particular manuscript condenses the characteristics of social work theory without oversimplifying them, enabling students and professionals to apply their knowledge in practice and understand how the daily practice of social work applies theoretical ideas.

It serves as a valuable resource for students and newly qualified professionals in social work and related fields, making connections with both classic and contemporary movements in social work.