Shared Mass Trauma in Social Work 1st Edition

Shared Mass Trauma in Social Work — 1st Edition by delivers a timely, practice-centered resource for clinicians, educators, students, and community leaders confronting large-scale crisis. This concise, authoritative volume captures the realities of disaster response, community resilience, and trauma-informed social work across both local and global settings.

Beginning with clear frameworks for understanding collective trauma, the book moves into practical strategies for crisis intervention, community-based recovery, and culturally sensitive care. Readers will find guidance on assessment, ethical decision-making, interagency collaboration, and designing programs that strengthen mental health outcomes after disasters — from urban incidents in the United States and Europe to complex emergencies in Asia, Australia, and low-resource contexts.

Designed for use in social work education and frontline practice, this 1st edition blends theory with actionable tools. It emphasizes evidence-informed approaches, case examples, and policy implications that help agencies and practitioners build capacity for prevention, response, and long-term recovery. Whether you’re preparing for disaster planning, enhancing trauma-informed services, or shaping public policy, the book offers practical insights to improve client and community outcomes.

Clear, compassionate, and professionally grounded, Shared Mass Trauma in Social Work is an essential addition to the libraries of social workers, mental health professionals, program managers, and policymakers. Strengthen your skills, expand your knowledge, and lead effective post-crisis interventions—order your copy today to bring best practices in mass trauma response to your community.

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