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Nature-based interventions in social work practice and education: Insights from six nations.

Authors :
Slattery, Maddy
Ramsay, Sylvia
Pryor, Anita
Gallagher, Hilary
Norton, Christine Lynn
Nikkel, Lynette
Smith, Amanda
Knowles, Ben
McAuliffe, Donna
Source :
International Social Work; Nov2023, Vol. 66 Issue 6, p1686-1700, 15p
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

This paper presents findings from an investigation of nature-based practices, from the perspectives of 10 academics/educators from six nations. Participants engaged in a focus group exploring the prevalence and inclusion of nature in social work practice and education. While the study focused on individual members' experiences and perspectives, the findings highlight important context-specific factors for including nature within social work to reconnect humans with nature for health, well-being, healing, and justice. An Integrative Environmental Model for social work is proposed to assist future practice and education. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00208728
Volume :
66
Issue :
6
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
International Social Work
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
173550461
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1177/00208728221123160