Navigating Ethical Dilemmas in Social Work Practice
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Navigating Ethical Dilemmas in Social Work Practice
Taking a creative and engaging approach to ethics, this book supports students to critically reflect on the complex ethical dilemmas they will face in social work practice.
Taking a creative and engaging approach to ethics, this book supports students to critically reflect on the complex ethical dilemmas they will face in social work practice.
Ethical decision-making lies at the heart of social work practice. As a social worker, you will regularly encounter complex situations where your professional values may conflict with one another.
Navigating Ethical Dilemmas in Social Work Practice guides you through the ethical complexities you may face, helping you develop the confidence and critical thinking skills needed to make sound decisions. Framed around distinct themes, each chapter presents detailed case studies that invite you to reflect on the dilemma as it unfolds. Chapters are opened with unique contributions from experienced social workers who explore ethical ideas through a chosen βobjectβ.
This book will help you to:
- Connect theory to social work practice in a meaningful and applicable way
- Explore ethical challenges using core social work skills
- Link each topic to a contemporary ethical dilemma beyond the field of social work
Supported by guidance from ethical codes, standards, and principles from around the world, this book equips you with the tools to make informed decisions when clear answers arenβt always easy to find.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781350508873
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 05 March 2026
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic
Audience: Tertiary education
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 14.0mm
Width: 156.0mm
Height: 232.0mm
Weight: 380g
Pages: 248
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About the Author
Professor Mark Doel is Emeritus Professor of Social Work at Sheffield Hallam University, UK. He is the author of over 20 books on social work and the curator of the website www.socialworkin40objects.com
Dr Paula Beesley is a Senior Lecturer in Social Work and Academic Practice Lead at Leeds Beckett University, UK. Her teaching interests are centred in social work skill development and preparation for practice and she has written a book on communication skills and practice placement issues.
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