Social Work and Disasters

A Handbook for Practice

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Social Work, Sociology
Cover of the book Social Work and Disasters by Margaret Alston, Tricia Hazeleger, Desley Hargreaves, Taylor and Francis
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Margaret Alston, Tricia Hazeleger, Desley Hargreaves ISBN: 9781351612135
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: January 11, 2019
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author: Margaret Alston, Tricia Hazeleger, Desley Hargreaves
ISBN: 9781351612135
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: January 11, 2019
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

Disasters are increasing in frequency and intensity across the world, causing significant destruction to individuals and communities. Yet many social workers are ill-prepared for the demands of this field of practice. This bookdiscusses the role of social workers in disaster work, including in disaster-preparedness, during the disaster and in post-disaster practice.

It addresses the complexities of social work disaster practice, noting the need for social workers to understand the language of trauma and to respond effectively. The authors discuss disaster theory and practice, drawing out elements of practice at macro-, meso- and micro-levels and at various stages of the disaster. They examine the factors that shape vulnerability in disasters and draw out the possibility of post-traumatic growth. The final section discusses strategies for self-care in disaster practice, noting the organisational and personal strategies that can be adopted to facilitate the wellbeing of workers in the field.

With real-life case studies from top scholars in the field, this book is essential reading for social work practitioners working in the field of disaster practice, as well as social work students and academics. It will also be useful to other health professionals who wish to understand this field of practice.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Disasters are increasing in frequency and intensity across the world, causing significant destruction to individuals and communities. Yet many social workers are ill-prepared for the demands of this field of practice. This bookdiscusses the role of social workers in disaster work, including in disaster-preparedness, during the disaster and in post-disaster practice.

It addresses the complexities of social work disaster practice, noting the need for social workers to understand the language of trauma and to respond effectively. The authors discuss disaster theory and practice, drawing out elements of practice at macro-, meso- and micro-levels and at various stages of the disaster. They examine the factors that shape vulnerability in disasters and draw out the possibility of post-traumatic growth. The final section discusses strategies for self-care in disaster practice, noting the organisational and personal strategies that can be adopted to facilitate the wellbeing of workers in the field.

With real-life case studies from top scholars in the field, this book is essential reading for social work practitioners working in the field of disaster practice, as well as social work students and academics. It will also be useful to other health professionals who wish to understand this field of practice.

More books from Taylor and Francis

Cover of the book Muslim Family Law in Western Courts by Margaret Alston, Tricia Hazeleger, Desley Hargreaves
Cover of the book Mending the World by Margaret Alston, Tricia Hazeleger, Desley Hargreaves
Cover of the book Assembling the Centre: Architecture for Indigenous Cultures by Margaret Alston, Tricia Hazeleger, Desley Hargreaves
Cover of the book Dominant Political Parties and Democracy by Margaret Alston, Tricia Hazeleger, Desley Hargreaves
Cover of the book Social and Cognitive Development in the Context of Individual, Social, and Cultural Processes by Margaret Alston, Tricia Hazeleger, Desley Hargreaves
Cover of the book The Idea Agent by Margaret Alston, Tricia Hazeleger, Desley Hargreaves
Cover of the book Technological Economy by Margaret Alston, Tricia Hazeleger, Desley Hargreaves
Cover of the book Switzerland in Europe by Margaret Alston, Tricia Hazeleger, Desley Hargreaves
Cover of the book Mawlana Mawdudi and Political Islam by Margaret Alston, Tricia Hazeleger, Desley Hargreaves
Cover of the book Peacekeeping in Africa by Margaret Alston, Tricia Hazeleger, Desley Hargreaves
Cover of the book Human Trafficking by Margaret Alston, Tricia Hazeleger, Desley Hargreaves
Cover of the book The Emperors and Empresses of Russia: Reconsidering the Romanovs by Margaret Alston, Tricia Hazeleger, Desley Hargreaves
Cover of the book Stock Market Efficiency, Insider Dealing and Market Abuse by Margaret Alston, Tricia Hazeleger, Desley Hargreaves
Cover of the book Eurasia's Regional Powers Compared - China, India, Russia by Margaret Alston, Tricia Hazeleger, Desley Hargreaves
Cover of the book Gigs by Margaret Alston, Tricia Hazeleger, Desley Hargreaves
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy