Contemporary Human Behavior Theory : A Critical Perspective for Social Work

by Robbins, Susan P.; Chatterjee, Pranab; Canda, Edward R.

• ISBN13: 9780205408160
• ISBN10: 0205408168
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-01-01
• Publisher: PRENTICE HALL

Summary

Contemporary Human Behavior Theory: A Critical Perspective for Social Work, Second Edition, 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. 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. Reviewer Reaction to Contemporary Human Behavior Theory: ";I would definitely adopt this as a primary textbook for Foundation and advanced HBSE courses. It is also a valuable supplementary text in direct practice courses. It is exceptionally well written and conceptualized."; -Steven Applewhite, University of Houston ";I see many strengths in this text. Most importantly, the text covers material that I believe is critical in social work education. There simply is no other text that I have found that covers this content."; -Beverly Black, Wayne State University New to This Edition New features in the second edition include updated content in all chapters, as well as new content on: bull; bull;Neurobiology, neurotransmission, and behavior bull;Theories of bisexual and transgender identity development bull;Ethnic/cultural identity development and cultural competence bull;Ecofeminism, Feminist Standpoint Theory bull;The role of shame in womenrs"s development bull;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. Donrs"t Miss These Exciting Value-Added Options: Themes of the Times for Human Behavior and the Social Environment: This collection of 41 recent articles from the New York Times helps to bring the real world into your classroom. These articles have been chosen to allow for lively discussion of issues and controversies in the area of human behavior and the social environment. This collection of recent articles is available FREE when value-packaged with this text. When placing text orders, please use ISBN 0-205-46583-8. Research Navigator Guide for the Helping Professions . . . . . . is the easiest way for students to start a research assignment or research paper. Complete with extensive help on the research process and four exclusive databases of credible and reliable source material-including the EBSCO Academic Journal and Abstract Database, the New York Times Search by Subject Archive, a ";Best of the Web"; Link Library, and the Financial Times Article Archive and Company Financials-Research Navigator helps students quickly and efficiently make the most of their research time. Research Navigator Guide for the Helping Professions is available FREE when packaged with this text. When placing text orders, please use ISBN 0-205-46919-1.

Table of Contents

Foreword	xv
Preface	xvii
Acknowledgments	xix
The Nature of Theories	1	(24)
Organization of the Book and Rationale for Selection of Theories	2	(2)
Why Study Theories of Human Behavior?	4	(1)
Theories: What Are They?	5	(1)
The Social Construction of Theories	6	(1)
Ideology, Scientific Theory, and Social Work Practice	7	(5)
Determinism and Reductionism: A Problem of Social Construction	12	(1)
Theories: Application to Practice	13	(2)
Critical Analysis of Theory: The Missing Dimension	15	(7)
An Afterthought: Paths to Human Knowledge	22	(1)
Summary	23	(2)
Systems Theory	25	(38)
Historical Context	26	(2)
Key Concepts	28	(1)
Structural Functionalism	28	(5)
The Ecological Perspective	33	(3)
Dynamic Systems Theory	36	(10)
Deep Ecology	46	(1)
Ecofeminism	47	(1)
Contemporary Issues	48	(2)
Application to Social Work Practice	50	(6)
Critical Analysis	56	(3)
Consistency with Social Work Values	59	(1)
Philosophical Underpinnings	60	(1)
Methodological Issues and Empirical Support	61	(1)
Summary	62	(1)
Conflict Theories	63	(29)
Historical Context	64	(1)
Key Concepts	65	(1)
Class Conflict	66	(4)
Roads from Marx	70	(9)
Contemporary Issues	79	(1)
Application to Social Work Practice	80	(5)
Critical Analysis	85	(2)
Consistency with Social Work Values and Ethics	87	(1)
Philosophical Underpinnings	88	(1)
Methodological Issues and Empirical Support	89	(1)
Summary	90	(2)
Theories of Empowerment	92	(34)
Historical Context	93	(1)
Key Concepts	94	(1)
Stratification, Oppression, and Inequality: The Sociopolitical Context of Empowerment Theories	94	(3)
Feminist Theory	97	(3)
Feminist Standpoint Theory	100	(6)
Lesbian and Gay Empowerment Theories	106	(4)
Social Work Empowerment Theories	110	(3)
Contemporary Issues	113	(1)
Application to Social Work Practice	114	(4)
Critical Analysis	118	(4)
Consistency with Social Work Values and Ethics	122	(1)
Philosophical Underpinnings	123	(1)
Methodological Issues and Empirical Support	123	(2)
Summary	125	(1)
Theories of Assimilation, Acculturation, Bicultural Socialization, and Ethnic Minority Identity	126	(36)
Historical Context	127	(3)
Key Concepts	130	(2)
Deficiency Theory	132	(2)
The Dual Perspective	134	(2)
Bicultural Socialization	136	(1)
Ethnic, Racial/Cultural, and Minority Identity	137	(3)
A Multidimensional Transactional Model of Bicultural Identity	140	(9)
Transculturality	149	(1)
Cultural Competence	150	(2)
Contemporary Issues	152	(1)
Application to Social Work Practice	153	(4)
Critical Analysis	157	(2)
Consistency with Social Work Values and Ethics	159	(1)
Philosophical Underpinnings	160	(1)
Methodological Issues and Empirical Support	160	(1)
Summary	161	(1)
Psychodynamic Theory	162	(36)
Historical Context	163	(1)
Key Concepts	163	(1)
Sigmund Freud: Psychoanalysis	164	(7)
Roads from Freud	171	(1)
The Freudian Mainstream	171	(10)
The Freudian Left	181	(3)
Contemporary Issues	184	(3)
Application to Social Work Practice	187	(4)
Critical Analysis	191	(1)
Consistency with Social Work Values and Ethics	192	(2)
Philosophical Underpinnings	194	(1)
Methodological Issues and Empirical Support	194	(2)
Summary	196	(2)
Theories of Life Span Development	198	(60)
Historical Context	199	(1)
Key Concepts	199	(2)
Theoretical Knowledge about Physical Development	201	(1)
Theoretical Knowledge about Neurobiology and Neurotransmission	201	(7)
Theories of Psychosocial Development: The Life Span Approach	208	(6)
Roads from Erikson	214	(1)
Theories of Midlife Development	215	(5)
Life Span Development and Late Adulthood	220	(3)
Life Span Development of Women	223	(3)
Shame Resilience Theory	226	(7)
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender (GLBT) Identity Development	233	(12)
Stage Theories: Popularity versus Validity	245	(2)
Contemporary Issues	247	(1)
Application to Social Work Practice	248	(3)
Critical Analysis	251	(2)
Consistency with Social Work Values and Ethics	253	(1)
Philosophical Underpinnings	254	(1)
Methodological Issues and Empirical Support	255	(2)
Summary	257	(1)
Theories of Cognitive and Moral Development	258	(38)
Historical Context	259	(1)
Cognitive Development	260	(13)
Moral Development	273	(10)
Contemporary Issues	283	(2)
Application to Social Work Practice	285	(3)
Critical Analysis	288	(2)
Consistency with Social Work Values and Ethics	290	(2)
Philosophical Underpinnings	292	(1)
Methodological Issues and Empirical Support	292	(3)
Summary	295	(1)
Symbolic Interaction	296	(28)
Historical Context	296	(1)
Key Concepts	297	(1)
The Chicago School and Early Interactionism	298	(4)
Roads from Mead	302	(7)
Role Theory, Reference Groups, and Socialization through the Life Cycle	309	(4)
Contemporary Issues	313	(1)
Application to Social Work Practice	314	(3)
Critical Analysis	317	(3)
Consistency with Social Work Values and Ethics	320	(1)
Philosophical Underpinnings	321	(1)
Methodological Issues and Empirical Support	322	(1)
Summary	323	(1)
Phenomenology, Social Constructionism, and Hermeneutics	324	(25)
Historical Context	325	(2)
Key Concepts	327	(2)
Roads from Schutz	329	(10)
Contemporary Issues	339	(1)
Application to Social Work Practice	340	(3)
Critical Analysis	343	(2)
Consistency with Social Work Values and Ethics	345	(1)
Philosophical Underpinnings	346	(1)
Methodological Issues and Empirical Support	347	(1)
Summary	348	(1)
Behaviorism, Social Learning, and Exchange Theory	349	(37)
Behaviorism	350	(5)
Social Learning Theory	355	(8)
Exchange Theory	363	(7)
Contemporary Issues	370	(1)
Application to Social Work Practice	371	(5)
Critical Analysis	376	(3)
Consistency with Social Work Values and Ethics	379	(1)
Philosophical Underpinnings	380	(2)
Methodological Issues and Empirical Support	382	(2)
Summary	384	(2)
Transpersonal Theory	386	(36)
Historical Context	387	(1)
Key Concepts	388	(1)
Transpersonal Theories	389	(20)
Contemporary Issues	409	(1)
Application to Social Work Practice	410	(5)
Critical Analysis	415	(3)
Consistency with Social Work Values and Ethics	418	(1)
Philosophical Underpinnings	419	(1)
Methodological Issues and Empirical Support	419	(1)
Summary	420	(2)
Application of Theories	422	(23)
Alternative Approaches to Theory Selection	423	(1)
``Measuring Up'' to the Themes for Critical Reflection on Theories	424	(2)
Person-Focused Theories	426	(2)
Environment-Focused Theories	428	(4)
Eleven Great Ideas	432	(5)
An Example of Integrating Theories for a Practice Issue	437	(5)
Roads from Here: Future Possibilities and Challenges for Innovation in Human Behavior Theory	442	(3)
References and Bibliography	445	(38)
Discography	483	(2)
Name Index	485	(10)
Subject Index	495