Psycho-Social Methods in Social Work Research: Getting Close to Practice - Couverture souple

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ISBN 10 : 1447376862 ISBN 13 : 9781447376866

Editeur : Policy Press, 2026

Synopsis

There is a growing interest in the use of psycho-social research methods but what is involved when researchers get up close and personal to human feelings, activities and interactions in a social work setting?

This book brings together the work of academics, post-doctoral and doctoral researchers to lift the lid on psycho-social approaches in practice. Each chapter draws on empirical research to demonstrate how creative and reflexive psycho-social methods – ranging from arts-based inquiry to voice-centred analysis – can generate rich insights into lived experience and deepen understanding of professional relationships, organisational life and the everyday challenges of social work.

The book features:

• critical reflections on the affordances and challenges of diverse psycho-social research methods;

• end-of-chapter boxes outlining core principles and practices to consider for practical application; and

• case studies demonstrating how psycho-social methods operate in real-world research settings.

This accessibly-written resource provides readers with practical guidance, critical reflection and frameworks that promote both intellectual and professional development.

A propos du livre

À propos des auteurs

Gillian Ruch is Emeritus Professor of Social Work at the University of Sussex.

Michelle Lefevre is Professor of Social Work at the University of Sussex. She previously trained and practised as a social worker and arts psychotherapist, particularly in the context of safeguarding.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Policy Press
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1447376862
• ISBN 13: 9781447376866
• Reliure: Taschenbuch
• Nombre de pages: 218
• Éditeur: Ruch Gillian, Lefevre Michelle
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible