May 6, 2025 · Bronfenbrenner’s ecological systems theory explains that an individual’s development is shaped by interconnected environmental systems, from immediate …

In essence, embracing the ecological perspective fundamentally alters how we approach both social work and the clients we serve. It propels the field toward a more integrated, …

Aug 31, 2025 · Ultimately, the ecological perspective in social work emphasizes a comprehensive understanding of complex factors influencing social justice issues, guiding practitioners toward …

May 23, 2025 · The ecological systems theory serves as a useful strategy for improving the social functioning of service users’ systems through holistic interventions. Social workers don’t work …

In the late 1960s and early 1970s, Edgar Auerswald (1968) was pioneering efforts to integrate ecology and general systems theory in social work, and the field of ecosystems and ecological …

Dec 9, 2025 · How theory and research inform citizen participation in poor communities: The ecological perspective and theories on self- and collective efficacy and sense of community.

Jun 26, 2025 · By understanding the various environmental factors that influence an individual's life, social workers can develop more holistic and effective interventions. This approach is …

The ecological perspective urges social workers to be culturally competent and contextually sensitive. Social workers must understand the cultural backgrounds of their clients, which …

Apr 16, 2024 · In social work practice, the person-in-environment perspective is fundamental. This approach recognizes that individuals are not isolated beings, but rather are deeply …

Jan 1, 2014 · The socio-ecological perspective was used to plan the interventions under the three pillars of health and nutrition, education and livelihoods, and establish the intersectoral …