<P style="MARGIN: 0px"><B>This highly accessible direct practice text offers a practical introduction to the theories and skills necessary to engage in effective, strengths-based practice.</B></P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px"><B> </B></P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Developed specifically to address the issues facing students as they prepare for direct practice in today's world, <I>Direct Practice for Social Work</I> interweaves diversity and social justice throughout the chapters and teaches students how to make the connections between major theories and real-world situations. </P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px"> </P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Written in an engaging style by experienced authors, this text encourages the development of students' critical thinking skills while demonstrating the practical applications of theory. </P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px"> </P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Highlights include chapters opening case studies, numerous case studies in each chapter, and more modeled responses, sample dialogues and exercises than are found anywhere else. </P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px"> </P> <P style="MARGIN: 0px">Comprehensive coverage of the major theories and adherence to CSWE guidelines make this text an invaluable addition to any professional social work educational or professional library.</P>