Includes bibliographical references (pages 402-427) and indexes.

Social construction of social work theory -- Evaluating social work theory -- Connecting theory and practice -- Psychodynamic practice -- Crisis and task-centred practice -- Cognitive-behavioural practice -- Systems and ecological practice -- Macro practice, social development and social pedagogy -- Strengths, narrative and solution practice -- Humanistic practice, existentialism and spirituality -- Empowerment and advocacy -- Critical practice -- Feminist practice -- Anti-oppressive and multicultural sensitivity approaches to practice.