Social Diagnosis (1917)

By Mary Ellen Richmond

Book Overview

Social Diagnosis is a classic work in the field of social work and sociology, written by Mary Ellen Richmond and first published in 1917. The book is a comprehensive guide to the process of social diagnosis, which involves identifying the social and environmental factors that contribute to a person's problems and developing a plan to address them. Richmond's approach is rooted in the belief that social problems are complex and require a holistic understanding of the individual and their context. The book is organized into three parts. The first part provides an overview of the social diagnosis process, including the importance of understanding the client's history and environment, as well as the role of the social worker in the process. The second part focuses on specific social problems, such as poverty, mental illness, and family dysfunction, and provides guidance on how to diagnose and address these issues. The third part explores the broader social and political context in which social problems arise, including the role of government and the need for social reform. Throughout the book, Richmond emphasizes the importance of empathy, understanding, and collaboration in the social diagnosis process. She also highlights the need for social workers to be knowledgeable about the various resources and services available to clients, and to be able to advocate for their needs. Social Diagnosis is considered a foundational text in the field of social work, and its principles and practices continue to influence social work practice and education today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1167239385
• ISBN13: 9781167239380
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 516 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"