The Islamic perspective in social work education and practice
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https://doi.org/10.1921/jpts.v8i3.373Keywords:
Islam, Muslim, social work, family, healthAbstract
This conceptual paper considers aspects of a highly neglected topic: that of Islamic perspectives in social work education and practice. The paper seeks to illuminate both religiously informed values, together with those of practice; in addition to considering types of professional intervention that complement the generalised characteristics of Muslim families. The scale of problems that impact upon Muslim communities in Britain are closely considered, specifically in relation to deprivation, social alienation and domestic violence. In addition, health issues are reviewed in terms of mental health and disability.
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2012-12-20
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Crabtree, S. A. (2012). The Islamic perspective in social work education and practice. The Journal of Practice Teaching and Learning, 8(3), 65-78. https://doi.org/10.1921/jpts.v8i3.373
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