Social Work in Health Emergencies: Global Perspectives

The book provides accessible, international knowledge about social work practice in health emergencies for practitioners, students, and academics, establishing the intersectionality between health social work and other fields and its place in public health emergencies. It is relevant to a wide range of audiences, including practitioners, educators, and students in social work, human services, international development, and public health, as well as policy makers and researchers.

Format: Hardback
Length: 362 pages
Publication date: 01 March 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This book provides accessible, international knowledge about social work practice across fields in the context of health emergencies for practitioners, students, and academics. It establishes the intersectionality between health social work and other fields such as social care, child protection, and homelessness, and the social worker's place in public health emergencies. Relevant to a number of audiences, including practitioners, educators, and students in social work, human services, international development, and public health, as well as policy makers and researchers. Although a social work text, it will hold appeal for public health and international development professionals and international organizations such as UNICEF.

Health emergencies present unique challenges and opportunities for social work practice. Social workers are crucial in responding to these emergencies, as they have the skills and knowledge to provide support and assistance to individuals and communities affected by the crisis. This book aims to provide accessible, international knowledge about social work practice across fields in the context of health emergencies for practitioners, students, and academics.

The book begins by exploring the theoretical foundations of social work in health emergencies. It discusses the importance of social work in promoting health and well-being, as well as in responding to emergencies. It also examines the role of social work in addressing the social and economic factors that contribute to health emergencies, such as poverty, inequality, and discrimination.

Chapter 2 provides an overview of the different types of health emergencies that social workers may encounter, such as natural disasters, epidemics, and conflicts. It discusses the specific challenges and opportunities that each type of emergency presents, as well as the social work interventions that can be used to address them.

Chapter 3 focuses on the role of social work in promoting health and well-being in the context of health emergencies. It discusses the importance of early intervention and prevention, as well as the use of social work skills and techniques to address the social and emotional needs of individuals and communities affected by the emergency.

Chapter 4 explores the intersectionality between health social work and other fields such as social care, child protection, and homelessness. It discusses the ways in which social workers can collaborate with other professionals to provide comprehensive and integrated support to individuals and communities affected by the emergency.

Chapter 5 examines the social worker's place in public health emergencies. It discusses the importance of social work in promoting public health and preventing the spread of diseases, as well as in responding to emergencies such as pandemics and outbreaks.

Chapter 6 provides an overview of the ethical considerations that social workers must consider when working in health emergencies. It discusses the importance of respecting the rights and dignity of individuals and communities, as well as the ethical challenges that may arise in the context of health emergencies.

Chapter 7 discusses the role of social work in post-emergency recovery and reconstruction. It discusses the importance of social work in rebuilding communities and promoting social justice and equity, as well as in addressing the long-term social and economic consequences of health emergencies.

Chapter 8 provides an overview of the resources and support available to social workers working in health emergencies. It discusses the importance of building partnerships and networks with other professionals and organizations, as well as the use of technology and social media to promote social work practice and raise awareness about health emergencies.

Chapter 9 concludes the book by highlighting the importance of social work in promoting health and well-being, as well as in responding to health emergencies. It emphasizes the need for continued research and education in social work practice in health emergencies, as well as the importance of collaboration and partnership between social workers, other professionals, and communities to address these challenges.

This book is relevant to a number of audiences, including practitioners, educators, and students in social work, human services, international development, and public health, as well as policy makers and researchers. Although a social work text, it will hold appeal for public health and international development professionals and international organizations such as UNICEF.

In conclusion, this book provides accessible, international knowledge about social work practice across fields in the context of health emergencies for practitioners, students, and academics. It establishes the intersectionality between health social work and other fields, and the social worker's place in public health emergencies. By promoting health and well-being, addressing social and economic factors, collaborating with other professionals, and promoting public health, social workers can play a crucial role in responding to health emergencies and improving the lives of individuals and communities affected by these crises.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367628741