Applied Psychology for Social Work

Ewan Ingleby is based in the Education section of the School of Social Sciences and Law at the University of Teesside. Alongside contributing to the University of Teesside′s education programmes, Ewan is a member of the School of Social Science and Law′s ′Social Futures Research Institute′ Dr Ingleby has secured research funding from the University Research Fund for research projects on PCET mentor training and student study skills. Previous publications include sociological analyses of organisations, psychological approaches to social work and applications of social science to Early Years.

• IntroductionIntroducing social workers to psychologyPsychology and communicationAttitudes and beliefsPsychology and mental illnessChild psychologyPsychology and old ageConclusionAnswers to self-assessment questionsReferencesIndex

′Excellent application of psychology to social work and will be recommending as a key text for the next academic year′ (Lecturer, University of Wales, Newport)