This is the leading introduction to professional values and ethics in
social work. Frederic G. Reamer provides social workers with a succinct
and comprehensive overview of the most critical issues relating to
professional values and ethics, including the nature of social work
values, ethical dilemmas, and professional misconduct. Conceptually rich
and attuned to the complexities of ethical decision making, Social Work
Values and Ethics is unique in striking the right balance between
history, theory, and practical application.
For the third edition, Reamer has updated the content and strengthened
the relevance of the case material. Also new to the third edition:
o Discussion of the moral dialogue between practitioner and client
o Coverage of virtue ethics
o Practical discussion of concepts underlying social work ethics
o Expanded application of the National Association of Social Workers
Code of
Ethics to ethical dilemmas in the profession
o A look at the historical evolution of ethical standards in social
work
o New vignettes, illustrating difficult ethical decisions
o More guidance on informed consent and termination of services
o Discussion questions at the end of each chapter
o A section on how to conduct a social work ethics audit