Contemporary Human Behavior Theory: A Critical Perspective for Social Work (2nd Edition) | 
 enlarge | Authors: Susan P. Robbins, Pranab Chatterjee, Edward R. Canda
Publisher: Allyn & Bacon
Category: Book
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Sales Rank: 197931
Media: Paperback
Edition: 2
Pages: 528
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Dimensions (in): 9.2 x 7 x 1
ISBN: 0205408168
Dewey Decimal Number: 361
EAN: 9780205408160
Publication Date: August 15, 2005
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Contemporary Human Behavior Theory: A Critical Perspective for Social Work, 2/e is the first HSBE text to approach the subject from a comparative theory perspective, providing coverage of the most current and contemporary theories as well as traditional theories. A consistent framework for analysis is provided for all of the theoretical systems that are covered. This text encourages students to develop critical thinking skills in analyzing and comparing theories, and includes contemporary developments in traditional lifespan theory, theories of political economy, and a separate chapter on transpersonal theory (Ch. 12). Each chapter includes coverage of the research that supports a particular theory, as well as an analysis of the validity of that research; each chapter also includes a discussion of updated "Contemporary Issues."New features to the 2nd edition include updated content in all chapters, as well as new content on: *Ecofeminism *Neurobiology, neurotransmission and behavior *Feminist Standpoint Theory *Theories of bisexual and transgender identity development *The role of shame in women's development *Ethnic/cultural identity development and cultural competence New theoretical content added to the textbook represents the most contemporary and cutting edge content in theory that is not usually found in other human behavior or theory textbooks.
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 Contemporary Human Behavior Theory: A Critical Perspective f January 21, 2000
Dona Reese (Grand Forks, ND)
11 out of 13 found this review helpful
This book pioneers in integrating theory about spiritual development into a human behavior text. In recent years the profession of social work has become aware of the importance of addressing spirituality with clients, but few social workers have been trained in formal theory about spiritual development. This book is one of the few which provides this content; thus it is a critical text for use in social work Human Behavior courses. The Council on Social Work Education has included spirituality in its latest curriculum guidelines, and this text provides a way to incorporate spirituality into social work education.
well worth the time January 8, 2007
litsa3 (Baltimore, MD)
This book is an outstanding overview of a huge range of social theory/human behavior theory. It is true that some of the chapters are challenging, but I felt this was because the authors truly presented well-thought out, exhaustive synopses of each theory. This book not only was clear in presenting information about theories I was unfamiliar with in an effective way, but also presented interesting insights and great review of theories that I was already very familiar with. Considering how much is information is covered in this text density is to be expected, but it is well worth it!
fast and accurate! June 23, 2008
Angela (Nebraska USA)
They said it would have a few highlights but it had hardly ANY! They said it would be here within two weeks and I had it within five business days. I will CERTAINLY be buying thru them again! :)
Groundbreaking book April 27, 2002
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
This is a truly comprehensive theory textbook that covers complex theories in a manner that makes them accessible to the reader. The authors are to be applauded for making a critical analysis of theory a central component of each chapter and for including theories that most other textbooks have ignored.
 good info February 25, 2006
claudawg
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
the book has good information and is very throrough, but chapters are wordy and could probably be condensed. overall, the book is of good quality.
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