Description:
For many service users and professionals in the field of social work, shame is an ongoing part of their daily experience.
Providing an in-depth examination of the complex phenomena of shame and humiliation, this book sets out key contextual issues and theoretical approaches to comprehend shame and its relevance within social work. It provides a broad understanding of shame, its underlying social and political contexts and its effects on service users and professionals.
The book uses innovative international scholarship and includes theoretical considerations, as well as empirical findings within the field of social work. It shows the importance of sensitive, reflective and relationship-oriented practice based on a better understanding of the complexity of shame.
Brief description: Mark Hardy is Honorary Fellow in Social Work at the University of York. He writes on social work theory and practice, particularly the nature of risk within mental health and forensic social work.
Review Quotes:
"The authors deftly and powerfully weave together absorbing insights, empirical research and analysis on a negative, deeply visceral, often-unspoken human experience of shame. Crucial for social work education and practice." George Palattiyil, The University of Edinburgh
"A courageous book that dares to unveil emotions and thoughts that are almost always unspoken. Highly suggested for students, professionals and educators, it provides a powerful instrument to enhance practice and improve the wellbeing of professionals and service users." Teresa Bertotti, President, European Association of Schools of Social Work (EASSW)