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Social Media and Social Work: Implications and Opportunities for Practice

Social Media and Social Work: Implications and Opportunities for Practice

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The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the potential of social media and digital technologies to support relationship-based social work practice, but also presents complex risks, ethics, and practical challenges. This book helps practitioners and students navigate this terrain and explore and build upon its opportunities, using real-life examples to assess the impact of new technologies on professional conduct and enhance public confidence and relationship-based practice.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 236 pages
Publication date: 12 March 2020
Publisher: Bristol University Press


The COVID-19 pandemic has brought to the forefront the immense potential of social media and digital technologies to enhance relationship-based social work practice. It has also exposed the intricate risks, ethical considerations, and practical challenges associated with these tools. In response, this comprehensive book serves as a valuable guide for practitioners and students alike, empowering them to navigate this complex terrain and unlock the numerous opportunities it presents. Through real-life examples, the authors delve into how practitioners can effectively assess the impact of new technologies on their professional conduct and utilize them to promote public confidence and strengthen relationship-based practice. They explore the diverse applications of digital technologies in various areas of service, such as social work with children, families, adults, mental health, youth justice, and online communities. Additionally, the book addresses regulatory questions and offers a practical roadmap for ethical and effective practice. By embracing the power of social media and digital technologies, social workers can better serve their clients, foster positive outcomes, and contribute to the well-being of society as a whole.

Weight: 294g
Dimension: 137 x 214 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781447327394

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