Social work, sociometry, and psychodrama : experiential approaches for group therapists, community leaders, and social workers / Scott Giacomucci

Includes bibliographical references and index

Chapter 1. Introduction to Social Work and Morenos methods -- Chapter 2. History of Social Work with Groups in Practice and Education -- Chapter 3. History of Sociometry, Psychodrama, Group Therapy, and Moreno -- Chapter 4. Social Work Philosophy Encounters Morenean Philosophy -- Chapter 5. Sociometry and Social Work Theory -- Chapter 6. Psychodrama and Social Work Theory -- Chapter 7. Trauma, Social Work, and Psychodrama -- Chapter 8. Interpersonal Neurobiology, Social Work, Sociometry, and Psychodrama -- Chapter 9. Strengths-Based and Mutual Aid Approaches in Social work and Psychodrama -- Chapter 10. Research and Evidence Based Practice -- Chapter 11. Experiential Sociometry Practice with Group -- Chapter 12. Social Work and Morenos Methods

This open access book outlines the intersections between social work and the methods of sociometry and psychodrama. Different sections offer essential practice wisdom for both trauma-focused and trauma-informed experiential work for individuals, groups, organizations, and communities. This text enriches the understanding of various action-based approaches and highlights how to enliven social work practice. The chapters include clinical vignettes and examples of structured sociometric prompts with diverse populations, topics, and social work settings to enhance the understanding of group practice, individual practice, and community practice. It provides social workers and other professionals with dynamic tools to improve assessment, intervention, activism, and leadership. Strength-based practical tools are offered to readers, along with guidance for theoretical conceptualizations. This integrative book is an essential read for students, practitioners, leaders, and scholars within the fields of social work, psychodrama, the creative art therapies, group therapy, community organizing, and social activism.-- Provided by publisher