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Chapter 1: Systems Theory

Chapter 2: Behavioral and Cognitive Theories

  • Chapter Summary
  • Recommended Readings
    • Web Resources
    • Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis
      Considered by many to be the preeminent behavioral journal in the field, JABA began publishing in 1968. It focuses on publishing experimental research of behavior analytic interventions applied to problems and issues of social importance. Almost all its empirical papers involve the use of single-system research designs of high internal validity. Although it has an emphasis on papers relevant to the fields of developmental disabilities and to education, it also publishes a wide array of work related to community intervention, mental health, safety, and welfare.
    • Behaviour Research and Therapy
      Behavior Research and Therapy encompasses all of what is commonly referred to as cognitive behavior therapy (CBT). The major focus is on the following: experimental analyses of psychopathological processes linked to prevention and treatment; the development and evaluation of empirically-supported interventions; predictors, moderators and mechanisms of behavior change; and dissemination of evidence-based treatments to general clinical practice. In addition to traditional clinical disorders, the scope of the journal also includes behavioral medicine.
    • Behavior and Social Issues
      Behavior and Social Issues is a peer-reviewed, interdisciplinary journal that serves as a primary scholarly outlet for articles that advance the scientific analysis of human social behavior, particularly with regard to understanding and influencing important social problems. The primary intellectual frameworks for the journal are the natural science of behavior, and the sub-discipline of cultural analytic science. The journal is particularly interested in publishing work related to issues with social justice, human rights, and environmental implications, but all significant social issues are of interest. BSI is edited by social worker Mark Mattaini with the Jane Addams College of Social Work at the University of Illinois in Chicago.
    • Behavior Modification
      For more than 20 years, researchers, academics and practitioners have turned to Behavior Modification for innovative and insightful research, reports, and reviews on applied behavior modification. Each issue offers successful assessment and modification techniques applicable to problems in psychiatric, clinical, educational, and rehabilitative settings, as well as treatment manuals and program descriptions. These practical features help you follow the process of clinical research and to apply it to your own behavior modification interventions. (from the journal website)
    • Related Organizations
    • The Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT)
      The ABCT was founded in 1970 as an interdisciplinary organization committed to the advancement of a scientific approach to the understanding and amelioration of the problems of the human condition. These aims are achieved through the investigation and application of behavioral, cognitive, and other evidence-based principles to assessment, prevention and treatment. ABCT provides a well-run journals program, an annual convention, a continuing education operation, public information services, a mentoring program, and information on obtaining research grants.
    • The B. F. Skinner Foundation
      The B. F. Skinner Foundation is the authoritative site for information about B. F. Skinner and the field he initiated. It was founded in 1989 to promote significant literary and scientific works in the analysis of behavior and to educate both professionals and the public about the science of behavior. It provides limited access to some free materials about Dr. Skinner, and a store where copies of his books may be purchased. It also produces a quarterly newsletter.
    • Online Sources
    • www.Scienceofbehavior.com
      This website provides a series of free and low-cost individual tutorials about the field of behavior analysis and of evidence-based interventions to solve real world problems in schools, homes and the community. The tutorials are formatted in a programmed instruction method, highly interactive text presenting a little bit of information at a time, starting with simple concepts to highly complex ones. You advance through the tutorial as you provide correct answers, and are redirected to refresher material if you provide incorrect answers. These tutorials are impossible to fail! Topic include a general introduction to behavior analysis, a series of seven tutorials titled “Why we are not working to save the world”, largely based on a paper by B. F. Skinner on that topic, advanced topics in behavior analysis, modules on “Freedom, determinism and responsibility”, and ethics and professional behavior. Some of these tutorials can be completed for continuing education credits.
    • Behavior Analysis, Inc.
      This is a consulting firm that provides web-based on-demand instruction in behavior analysis, primarily aimed at parents. Topics include “Common Behavior Problems and What to Do About Them”, “Teaching Children to Follow Directions at Home and School”, and “Treating Bedtime Struggles and Nighttime Awakenings in Children with Special Needs”.

Chapter 3: Psychoanalytic Theory

Chapter 4: Neurobiology and Clinical Social Work

Chapter 5: Clinical Practice With Children

Chapter 6: Clinical Social Work With Adolescents

Chapter 7: Family Therapy: Systemic Approaches to Practice

Chapter 8: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy With Adults

Chapter 9: Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy With Adults

  • Chapter Summary
  • Recommended Readings
    • Web Resources
    • The most reliable online source of information about psychoanalysis are the following websites:
    • This is the website of the International Psychoanalytic Association (IPA). This site contains information about professional conferences and other matters of interest to psychoanalytically oriented clinicians. Of particular importance is the "Research" section of the IPA website. At the time of this writing, the tab for the "RESEARCH" section is on the left hand side of the homepage. The research section contains a remarkable compendium of research papers from around the world on virtually every aspect of psychoanalysis and psychoanalytic psychotherapy. Be sure to browse around on the section, and "click" freely to download papers and other materials.
    • This is the website of the American Psychoanalytic Association (APsaA). Like the IPA website, it includes a great deal of information about psychoanalysis and psychoanalytic research findings. This website also includes much additional information about psychoanalysis, including reading lists for interested students, information about upcoming events, important publications, social issues and advocacy efforts. Of particular interest to social workers aspiring to careers as psychoanalytic therapists or analysts is the "Fellowship" program of the American Psychoanalytic Association, which enables qualified social work students to participate in APsaA educational programs. Information about the Fellowship program is on the site.
    • This site, still under development, is sponsored by the North American Psychoanalytic Confederation (NAPsaC). NAPsaC is an umbrella organization, comprised of all the North American component societies of the IPA. When fully operational, this site will include information about psychoanalytic conferences and events around the country.

Chapter 10: Group Treatment With Children and Adolescents

Chapter 11: Group Treatment With Adults

Chapter 12: The Challenge of Clinical Work With Survivors of Trauma

Chapter 13: Clinical Social Work in Situations of Disaster and Terrorism

Chapter 14: Dynamic Approaches to Brief and Time-Limited Clinical Social Work

Chapter 15: Social Work Interventions With Alcohol and Other Drug Problems

Chapter 16: Loss and Mourning: A Life Cycle Perspective

Author: Jerrold R. Brandell

Pub Date: January 2014

Pages: 544

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