Evidence-Based Practice in Clinical Social Work

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Springer Science & Business Media, Apr 23, 2012 - Social Science - 310 pages
Evidence-Based Practice in Clinical Social Work introduces the key ideas of evidence-based clinical social work practice and their thoughtful application. It intends to inform practitioners and to address the challenges and needs faced in real world practice. This book lays out the many strengths of the EBP model, but also offers perspectives on its limitations and challenges. An appreciative but critical perspective is offered throughout. Practical issues (agency supports, access to research resources, help in appraising research) are addressed - and some practical solutions offered. Ethical issues in assessment/diagnosis, working with diverse families to make treatment decisions, and delivering complex treatments requiring specific skill sets are also included.
 

Contents

Part II Case Examples of EvidenceBased Practice
176
Part III EvidenceBased Practice in Clinical SocialWork Education and Ongoing Issues
226
Appendix A An Outline for a Biopsychosocial Assessment and Intervention Plan
258
Appendix B A Bullet Point Summary of the Merits and the Limitations of EvidenceBased Practice
263
Methodological Merits
264
Administrative and Policy Merits
265
Questions and Continuing Issues About EBP
266
Practice Concerns
267
Methodological Concerns
268
Administrative and Policy Issues
269
References
281
Index
303
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