Decolonizing Human Behavior in the Social Environment

<p><em style=color: rgba(51 51 51 1)>Decolonizing Human Behavior in the Social Environment: A Reader for an Anti-Oppressive Approach</em><span style=color: rgba(51 51 51 1)> challenges the socialization of preservice social workers by examining the complex features of individuals families groups and societies and how they present themselves within the context of the multiple and simultaneous influences on behavior cognitions and emotions.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(51 51 51 1)>This text is divided into three distinct units. Unit I development at the individual level and the influences that shape human behavior including adverse childhood experiences identity development through social media resilience and chronic illness. Unit II focuses on interpersonal dynamics with articles that explore grief theories the transgender experience intergenerational trauma privilege and more. Unit III examines structural social systems such as institutional racism religious-based prejudice and structural violence.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(51 51 51 1)>Written to help social work students and professionals begin the process of decolonizing their education and practice </span><em style=color: rgba(51 51 51 1)>Decolonizing Human Behavior in the Social Environment</em><span style=color: rgba(51 51 51 1)> is an essential and timely reader for courses and programs in social work. It is also an exemplary resource for practitioners at all levels.</span></p>