The Recovery Philosophy and Direct Social Work Practice

by Joseph Walsh

The concept of recovery in mental health represents the radical shift from the reductive ideas of disease and cure to a holistic understanding of the individual. It is an investment in the personal journey toward wellness that involves developing hope, supportive relationships, self-motivation, social inclusion, and a greater sense of life's purpose. The principles behind the recovery movement mirror the NASW core values for the social work profession:...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0190615303
• ISBN13: 9780190615307
• Release Date: July 2013
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Length: 257 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"