"In the fifth edition of this seminal text, Francis Turner has once again gathered information useful for the educator, student, and practitioner alike. Each of the expertly written thirty-eight chapters provides a rich resource filled with theory-based explanations, and a framework for the subsequent concepts and strategies that lead to intervention success. In each of the approaches to practice, one unified message is heard throughout the chapter, clearly calling for an open and flexible approach to practice that takes into account all aspects of the person's internal and external environment. Solving problem behaviors is never simple and providing an interlocking framework that allows for choice in selecting theoretical perspectives opens the door to consistent, comprehensive, efficient, and effective service delivery." --Sophia F. Dziegielewski, PhD, Professor, School of Social Work, University of Cincinnati
"This much-needed update to Turner's classic and comprehensive text on social work treatment theories includes nine new theories that have become influential in social work practice since the fourth edition published in 1996. It is essential that experienced practitioners as well as those new to the field be conversant with the theories and approaches that are shaping social work practice today. Turner's new edition, authored by recognized scholars and experienced clinicians, brings together all of the relevant social work treatment theories in today's postmodern world, making it easy for readers to become informed and to begin applying the theories in their practice." --Wallace J. Gingerich, PhD, Professor Emeritus, Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, Case Western Reserve University
"Yet again, one of the continent's most published and insightful social work scholars has created an excellent and accessible compendium of chapters. There is an expanded focus on a variety of new topics, in addition to an excellent reassessment of longstanding and major components of social work treatment theories. Strongly recommended for scholars, practitioners, and students alike." --John Graham, PhD, Murray Fraser Professor of Community Economic Development, University of Calgary
"Who but Turner could so successfully recruit such an outstanding cadre of experts for such a comprehensive review and analysis of social work treatment? Turner piques our curiosity, makes us think through the thorny issues, and reminds us of our responsibility to provide the best treatment possible to our clients. In this fifth edition, Turner continues his commitment to promoting responsible and best practices in clinical social work and continues as a premier mentor to us all. His years of study and practice have coalesced into this superb book to which I give my greatest recommendation." --Karen M. Sowers, PhD, Dean and Professor, College of Social Work, University of Tennessee
