This book offers guidance for navigating the major challenges and ethical concerns related to working with groups. It presents a survey of the origins and development of group social work, backed by theory, research, and a description of social work practices. Using an ecosystem approach, Northen (social work, University of Southern California, emerita) and Kurland (social work, Hunter College) offer a framework for practice with divers groups, establishing common values, knowledge, goals, and interventions. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)