Human Behavior Theory and Applications : A Critical Thinking Approach

by Elizabeth DePoy

• ISBN13: 9781412990363
• ISBN10: 141299036X
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2011-09-21
• Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc

Summary

Human Behavior Theory is a graduate to doctoral level text for courses on human behavior in the social environment. These courses are offered as either advanced HBSE courses in master's programs or doctoral programs. They focus on understanding the various theories surrounding human behavior in much greater depth than introductory level HBSE courses. In this text, the authors use a critical thinking approach to engage students to think differently about theory. The book is divided into three sections. The first part focuses on introducing theory (what it is and what it is not). Then the next chapter outlines the various theories that will be covered in the text, including developmental theories, environmental theories, diversity theories, systems theories and emerging theories. Then chapters 3-8 looks at each theory in detail. Section II then applies each theory to social work practice. The authors conclude with a chapter that ties it all together. This book is unique in its expanded coverage of theories related to diversity (including race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, and religion) and its focus on getting students to think critically and differently about theory.

Table of Contents

Introduction to Theory

Introduction: And There Was Theory

The scope of human behavior and experience in diverse environments: Overview of Theory Types

Closely Examining Theories of Humans in Environments

Developmental Theories: Looking at humans over time

Theories which look at individuals developing as a whole: Grand Theories

Theories which look at individuals developing as parts: Specific Theories

Foundations of Environmental Theories

Environment Theories I

Environment Theories II

Foundations of Population Specific Theories

Population Specific Theories I: Race, Ethnicity, Culture, Religion, Class

Population Specific Theories II: Gender

Population Specific Theories III: Disability Introduction

Systems theories: Classic and Contemporary

New and Emergent Theories

Application to Social Work Thinking, Knowledge, Values, Ethics and Practice

Guidelines for Application to Social Work

Application of Development Theories to Social Work

Application of Environmental Theory to Social Work

Application of Population Specific Theories to Social Work

Application of Systems Theories to Social Work

Application of New and Emerging Theories to Social Work

Putting Theory to Work

References

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