Psycho-Social Methods in Social Work Research

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Getting Close to Practice

Inbunden, Engelska, 2026

2 209 kr

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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; • ‘Core principles and practices to consider’ boxes at the end of each chapter 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.

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Utgivningsdatum2026-10-01
Mått170 x 244 x undefined mm
FormatInbunden
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor272
FörlagBristol University Press
ISBN9781447376859

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Part I: Introduction1. Introducing Psychosocial Practice-Near Research - Michelle Lefevre and Gillian Ruch2. The Conceptual Frameworks of Psychosocial Practice-Near Research - Gillian RuchPart II: The Reflexive Practitioner-Researcher3. Beginning the Doctoral Journey - Ben O’Farrell4. The Reluctant Autoethnographer - Rachel Larkin5. An Autoethnographic Exploration of Black Women’s Experience in Leadership - Shantel ThomasPart III: Observation6. Observation and Practice-Near Social Work Research - Helen Hingley-Jones7. Getting Closer to the Data - Paul Dugmore8. Activating the Mind's Eye - Louise SimsPart IV: Creative and Participatory Methods9. Co-Developing the ‘Reflect, Draw, Write, Talk’ Method - Jo Williams10. Using Music and Imagery to Open Up Self-Narratives with Young People - Matt Ellis11. The Generative Potential of Metaphors - Rachael Owens12. Unveiling the Emotional Landscape - Makhan Shergill13. Powerful Possibilities of Poetic Methods - Amy LynchPart V: Conclusion14. Critical Reflections and Conclusion - Gillian Ruch and Michelle Lefevre