Written by an expert in gerontological social work and
curriculum development, this book provides a wealth of clinical
information for social workers and other health care professionals
who counsel older adults. It describes a strengths-based,
empowerment approach to treatment that integrates theory,
technique, advocacy, and social policy, and encompasses the tenets
of human rights. The book's content has been tested in the
classroom setting for a three-year period with advanced social work
undergraduate and graduate students.
The book examines various theories of aging including a contrast
between the strengths-based person-in-environment theory and the
pathologically based medical model of psychological problems. It
advocates truly engaging with the older client during the
assessment phase, and discusses a variety of intervention
modalities. The psychological construct of stigma regarding aging
is examined, along with the major psychopathological problems
common to older adults. The book also considers Alzheimer's disease
and dementia, medical problems of older adults and co-occurring
psychological problems, substance abuse, older adult sexuality,
elder abuse, and the vulnerabilities of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and
transgender older adults. Additionally, the book addresses mental
health issues pertaining to residential settings and the aspects of
death and dying that give older people concern. Extensive case
studies, learning objectives, and discussion questions are featured
in each chapter. The book also includes an instructor packet,
PowerPoint slides, and an interactive PDF.
Key Features: Provides a wealth of classroom-tested clinical
information Espouses a strengths-based approach to treatment that
integrates theory, technique, advocacy, and social justice
Consistent with social work mandates for a human rights focus
Presents extensive case studies, learning objectives, and
discussion questions in each chapter Includes an instructors
packet, PowerPoint slides, and interactive PDF
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