SOCIAL CASEWORK (Text & Reference book for BSW, MSW, Psychology & Counselling courses and for Social Welfare, Family & Child Welfare, Correction, Health, Substance Abuse & Education fields)

Social Casework, the first primary method of social work is with least reference material as a text in the Indian context; though social work had been introduced long back in our soil. With this dire need; an attempt has been made to provide in an easy way the conceptual understanding, historical evolution, components, principles, process, theory, methodology, intervention strategies, settings, use of technology and emerging trends - to the students and practicing professionals. Moreover, a widespread narrative of casework practice across a broad range of social environments, specific needs of individuals, groups, communities, institutions, healthcare & correctional settings and foster homes are dealt with utmost care. In addressing modern developments and novel problems; this book focuses on the integration of evidence-based approaches and technological advancements in preparing caseworkers to navigate and take advantage of a fast-changing professional landscape. To endow future practitioners for global challenges and opportunities, the incorporation of technical competence and cross-cultural awareness in the casework curricula is suggested through this text. About the Authors Dr. A. Thomas William is an Associate Professor, Dean Academic (Former) & UGC Post Doctoral Research Awardee in Research & Post Graduate Department of Rural Development Science, Arul Anandar College (Autonomous), Karumathur, Madurai, Tamil Nadu. He has published 18 books (up to 2024) from national level publishers. Dr. S. Benjamin Franklin is an accomplished academic and researcher with a Ph.D. in Social Work, complemented by a diverse educational background in English Literature and Community Development. Currently he is serving as an Associate Professor and Head of the Social Work Department at Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (DU) in Chennai, India.