Social Work Practice With Men at Risk
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Treating men as a culturally distinct group, Rich Furman integrates key conceptions of masculinity into culturally sensitive social work practice with men. Focusing on veterans, displaced workers, substance abusers, mental health consumers, and other groups that might be unlikely to seek help, Furman deftly explores the psychosocial development of men, along with the globalization of men's lives, alternative conceptions of masculinity, and special dynamics within male relationships.
Furman bolsters his conclusions with case studies and evidencebased interventions. His cuttingedge research merges four key social work theories and explores how they inform practice with mental health issues, compulsive disorders, addiction, and violence. By promoting gender equity and culturally competent practice with men, Furman bridges the gap between clinical and macro practice. Social Work Practice with Men at Risk is a crucial text for educators and practitioners hoping to pursue effective, farreaching interventions.
Publication Date
4-22-2010
Publisher
Columbia University Press
City
New York, NY
Keywords
Social work with men, Men Services for, Men Social conditions
ISBN
978-0231143813
Comments
Location: UW Tacoma Library Faculty Publications - HV1441.4 .F87 2010