Working with Aggression and Resistance in Social Work
- Brian J. Taylor - University of Ulster, UK
An excellent addition to the materials for our first year communication and interpersonal skills module
Students often worry about dealing with aggression but forget that resistance is often far more complex and something which often needs to be overcome. I particuarly liked the clear advice and guidance this book provides and it will certainly be a book I will recommend students return to once they qualify.
With much emphasis placed on communication and relationship building skills in the context of engagement and assessment on social work courses, this text provides a useful and practical addition to the literature. Positive to see the inclusion of working with ambivalence (particularly in the context of adult protection), in addition to conflict management.
