Social Work Practice With Older Adults: An Actively Aging Framework for Practice

Author:   Jill M. Chonody ,  Barbra A. Teater
Publisher:   SAGE Publications Inc
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Pages:   416
Publication Date:   15 February 2018
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Author:   Jill M. Chonody ,  Barbra A. Teater
Publisher:   SAGE Publications Inc
Imprint:   SAGE Publications Inc
Weight:   0.740kg
ISBN:  

9781506334295


ISBN 10:   1506334296
Pages:   416
Publication Date:   15 February 2018
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
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Table of Contents

Acknowledgments About the Authors 1 Introduction to Aging LEARNING OBJECTIVES Introduction What Is “Old” Age? Population Changes Cohort Effects and Impact on Practice Summary Key Words Critical Thinking Questions and Activities 2 Aging and Ageism: Cultural Influences LEARNING OBJECTIVES Introduction Ageism Theoretical Explanations for Ageism Ageism and Intersectionality Reducing Ageism Summary Key Words Critical Thinking Questions and Activities 3 Actively Aging and Social Work Practice LEARNING OBJECTIVES Introduction The Development of Active Aging Active Aging and Other “Positive” Theories or Frameworks of Aging Theoretical Approaches to Social Work and Social Work Values and Ethical Principles Active Aging From the Perspective of Older Adults Actively Aging: Social Work Assessment and Intervention Summary Key Words Critical Thinking Questions and Activities 4 Health Determinants LEARNING OBJECTIVES Introduction Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Efforts Age-Related Disabilities Mental Health and Neurocognitive Disorders Noncommunicable Diseases (NCD) Informal and Formal Supports Micro Practice: Intervention for Individuals and Groups Mezzo Practice: Working With the Community Macro Practice: Policy and Advocacy Summary Key Words Critical Thinking Questions and Activities 5 Behavioral Determinants LEARNING OBJECTIVES Introduction Health and Well-Being and the Big Four Behaviors Tobacco Use Alcohol and Substance Use Physical Activity Diet Sleep Sexual Activity Oral Health Medications and Healthcare Screenings Micro Practice: Interventions for Individuals and Groups Mezzo Practice: Working With the Community Macro Practice: Policy and Advocacy Summary Key Words Critical Thinking Questions and Activities 6 Personal Determinants LEARNING OBJECTIVES Introduction Biology and Genes Psychological Factors Spirituality/Religion Micro Practice: Interventions for Individuals and Groups Mezzo Practice: Working With the Community Macro Practice: Policy and Advocacy Summary Key Words Critical Thinking Questions and Activities 7 Social Determinants LEARNING OBJECTIVES Introduction Social Support Violence, Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Education and Literacy Micro Practice: Interventions for Individuals and Groups Mezzo Practice: Working With the Community Macro Practice: Policy and Advocacy Summary Key Words Critical Thinking Questions and Activities 8 Economic Determinants LEARNING OBJECTIVES Introduction Income Work and Retirement Social Protection Micro Practice: Interventions for Individuals and Groups Mezzo Practice: Working With the Community Macro Practice: Policy and Advocacy Summary Key Words Critical Thinking Questions and Activities 9 Physical Determinants LEARNING OBJECTIVES Introduction Safe Housing Environmental Factors Micro Practice: Intervention for Individuals and Groups Mezzo Practice: Working With the Community Macro Practice: Policy and Advocacy Summary Key Words Critical Thinking Question and Activities 10 Ethics and Ethical Considerations LEARNING OBJECTIVES Introduction Ethics Autonomy Independence Elder Abuse End-of-Life Summary Key Words Critical Thinking Questions and Activities 11 Actively Aging and Social Work Practice: Case Studies Case A: Sylvia Case B: Randall Case C: Roberto Case D: Elizabeth Actively Aging Assessment 12 The Future of an Actively Aging Society LEARNING OBJECTIVES Introduction Micro Practice: Intervention for Individuals and Groups Group Work Mezzo Practice: Working With the Community Macro Practice: Policy and Advocacy Summary Key Words Critical Thinking Questions and Activities Glossary References Index

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The extensive content provides an innovative and comprehensive appreciation of the issues contributing to the experience of aging. --Marcia Spira The book covers areas of social work that are needed given the demographic profile of older adults in the United States. --Daniel J. Van Dussen Building on evidence-supported active aging models, this book sheds light on specific domains that affect active aging, and introduces an array of micro, mezzo and macro social work practice approaches with older adults. --Fei Sun Addressing a need in the field, this textbook serves both as an exceptional text and a worthy reference for practitioners. --J. Steven Fulks This book will help students understand generalist practice with elders and the many career opportunities available in gerontology. --Glorida Duran Aguilar This text is written in an interesting, intriguing manner, with practical suggestions for social work intervention in a variety of situations. --G. Victoria Jackson This text is well written, speaks to current issues facing social workers engaging with older adults, and provides a broad perspective from which to view social work with older adults. --Brandi Jean Felderhoff This text is a thoroughly comprehensive look at the multifaceted issues surrounding aging from micro, mezzo and macro social work practice perspectives. The emphasis is on understanding and promoting active(ly) aging practices and policies. --Susan Larimer This textbook provides information on the complex interaction of psychological, social and cultural factions in addition to current theoretical frameworks used in assessment and treatment. --Ronald Dolon This book will be of inestimable value to students and scholars, especially in social work. --Mejai B. M. Avoseh Informative, up to date, and the best material I have seen for a gerontology course. --Lori M. Paris The common determinants to the health and well-being of older adults are discussed in a clear, jargon-free, cogent manner. The content in this text provides necessary general knowledge of older adult concerns and, perhaps most importantly, the implications critical to social work practice in gerontological and geriatric settings. --Scott E. Wilks This book offers the foundational knowledge for social workers practicing with older adults and their families, while also tackling the important social justice topics related to ageism, intersectionality and diversity, and use of theories that attend to the challenges and opportunities that coincide with aging. It is a wonderful resource and offers a great lens for how to promote 'actively aging' within social work practice. --Leslie K. Hasche The Chonody and Teater textbook will make a solid contribution to the field of gerontological social work and provide a useful resource for students beyond their coursework. --Patricia K. Cianciolo This text offers a unique approach to building our social work practitioner workforce of the future. It integrates theory with knowledge and skills. --Elaine T. Jurkowski


Author Information

Jill Chonody is an Associate Professor of Social Work at Boise State University and an Adjunct Research Fellow at the University of South Australia. She researches attitudes toward older adults amongst social work students, faculty, and practitioners and the ways that curriculum can address biases against vulnerable and oppressed populations, including older people. She is also interested in the way that creativity can be used in research, such photographic techniques, and psychometrics. Dr. Chonody has presented her research both nationally and internationally and has over 40 published articles and book chapters. Her first book, Community Art: Creative Approaches to Practice, provides an overview of different arts-based interventions that can be used by social workers, community organizers, and nurses, amongst others, and includes chapters on photography, street art, storytelling, and evaluation.  Barbra Teater, PhD, MSW is Associate Professor of social work at the College of Staten Island, City University of New York, where she is director of the Master of Social Work (MSW) program and coordinator of the Disability Studies minor. She previously spent eight years in social work education in the United Kingdom at the University of Bath and the University of Bristol. Barbra currently teaches research methods to MSW students. Her research interests include health and well-being among older adults, evaluating programs that promote the Actively Aging framework, and social work education. Barbra has published over 40 journal articles and book chapters, and authored or edited seven textbooks including the bestselling text, An introduction to applying social work theories and methods.  

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