The Social Work Dictionary

  • The Social Work Dictionary
    By Robert L. Barker

    This new, updated edition includes: definitions of terms that are consistent with those in the DSM-5 and the International Classification of Diseases; terms used by social work clinical practitioners, educators, administrators, researchers, ...

  • The Social Work Dictionary
    By Robert L. Barker

    Provides the social worker with an abbreviated interpretation of the words, concepts, organizations, historical events, and values that are relevant to the profession. Covers some 8,000 terms, including 2,000 that are new to this edition.

  • The Social Work Dictionary
    By Robert L. Barker

    Does any woman really know her husband?

  • The Social Work Dictionary
    By Robert L. Barker

    The dynamic vocabulary of social work, like the profession itself, continues to grow and become more complex. Since the first edition of 'The Social Work Dictionary' in 1987, this essential...

  • The Social Work Dictionary
    By Robert L. Barker, National Association of Social Workers

    THE HUSBAND. Bernard said his life began when he met his wife. But, like everyone, he's got a past. And it's threatening to catch up with him. AND A WHOLE LOT OF TROUBLE AT SEA. Frankie Gleeson is a fellow passenger.