Neurobiology For Clinical Social Work, Second Edition

A must-have resource for clinical social workers and educators. This information-packed volume succinctly presents the latest research and clinical applications of neurobiology. With an emphasis on attachment, memory, stress, and childhood adversity, the authors highlight advances that are particularly relevant to vulnerable populations. The book also features well-chosen case examples that illustrate concepts introduced in the text. Neurobiology for Clinical Social Work, Second Edition accomplishes the almost impossible task of translating complex research into scholarship that is understandable to practitioners at all levels.–Judith Siegel, PhD, LCSW, Editor-in-Chief Journal of Family Social WorkTranslating complex researching to useful practice, Neurobiology for Clinical Social Work offers a foundational understanding of how attachment, memory, trauma, and relationships can influence client physiology, affect, and functioning, and offers clinicians powerful strategies to help clients shift from neuroadversity to neuroprotection.– “Psych Central”

Janet R. Shapiro, Ph. D., is Associate Professor of Social Work and Social Research, as well as Director of the Center for Child and Family Well-Being, at Bryn Mawr College. She holds dual degrees in social work and developmental psychology, and is coauthor of Complex Adoption and Assisted Reproductive Technology: A Developmental Framework for Clinical Practice.

Jeffrey S. Applegate, Ph.D. is Professor of Social Work and Social Research at Bryn Mawr College. Trained in psychiatric social work at the Menninger Foundation, Applegate is coauthor of The Facilitating Partnership: A Winnicottian Approach for Social Workers and Other Helping Professionals.