{"title":"Pregnancy Options Counseling, Title X, and social work: what does faith have to do with it?","authors":"Jennifer Hollenberger, Gaynor I. Yancey","doi":"10.1080/15426432.2021.1873217","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15426432.2021.1873217","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Family Planning Services and Pregnancy Options Counseling (POC), often provided by licensed clinical social workers and registered nurses, have been a vital intervention for women and families for decades and continues to remain an important public health focus. Recent Title X Policy changes have altered service delivery of POC in many family planning clinics across the country. This paper explores Family Planning, POC, the new Title X regulations and their intersection with the evangelical, Christian faith and social worker.","PeriodicalId":45302,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF RELIGION AND SPIRITUALITY IN SOCIAL WORK","volume":"24 1","pages":"252 - 262"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2021-01-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"81795524","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Addressing anti-semitism in social work education","authors":"C. Cox","doi":"10.1080/15426432.2020.1871155","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15426432.2020.1871155","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Antisemitism, one of the oldest forms of prejudice and oppression is surging throughout the world. It ranges from verbal abuse to the destruction of property to murder. In the last two years, attacks against Jews in the United States were the overwhelming target of religion-based hate crimes. Stereotypes and myths continue to fuel prejudice and antisemitism in society. Factors such as anti-Israel sentiments, remarks by persons in power, the use of social media, white nationalism, and even the Covid 19 pandemic have contributed to its escalation.As a result of the increasing violence, the U.S. legislature held a hearing on confronting antisemitic terrorism with one outcome being that social workers and community advocates were needed to join law enforcement in the effort to heal and work for justice. Social work with its mandate to promote social justice and human rights and challenge oppression cannot ignore antisemitism and its impact on individuals and societies. However, the subject is basically ignored in the curriculum. This paper offers a brief history of antisemitism and presents guidelines and models for integrating it into social work programs.","PeriodicalId":45302,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF RELIGION AND SPIRITUALITY IN SOCIAL WORK","volume":"88 1","pages":"111 - 125"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2021-01-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"89130527","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Sharing breath: embodied learning and decolonization","authors":"Dawn P. MacDonald","doi":"10.1080/15426432.2021.1874691","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15426432.2021.1874691","url":null,"abstract":"Holding the textbook in my hands, I am experiencing some of the ten thousand joys and sorrows of life arising within me after several months of increasing online “everything” in this pandemic year....","PeriodicalId":45302,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF RELIGION AND SPIRITUALITY IN SOCIAL WORK","volume":"5 1","pages":"365 - 367"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2021-01-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"72924021","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Survival skills for 2021: self-care, resilience, and social justice advocacy","authors":"Eileen A. Dombo","doi":"10.1080/15426432.2021.1880697","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15426432.2021.1880697","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":45302,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF RELIGION AND SPIRITUALITY IN SOCIAL WORK","volume":"21 1","pages":"1 - 2"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2021-01-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"76598880","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"An exposition of humanistic- existential social work in light of ubuntu philosophy: Towards theorizing ubuntu in social work practice","authors":"R. K. Chigangaidze","doi":"10.1080/15426432.2020.1859431","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15426432.2020.1859431","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT The article stimulates a discourse for theorizing ubuntu as part of a humanistic-existential approach in social work. The article expatiates on the ontologies and axiology of the humanistic-existential approach in light of ubuntu in an effort to theorize the latter through a comparative analysis of the two. Nine features of the humanistic-existential approach are explored: self-awareness, self-determination, human dignity, holism, the pursuit of social justice and human rights, motivation, social cohesion, spirituality, and death. The article calls for theorizing ubuntu philosophy in social work practice and education. It contradicts with other claims that deny ubuntu its place in the humanistic-existential approach.","PeriodicalId":45302,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF RELIGION AND SPIRITUALITY IN SOCIAL WORK","volume":"38 1","pages":"146 - 165"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2020-12-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"82715558","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Liberation theology and international social work","authors":"M. Lusk, D. Corbett","doi":"10.1080/15426432.2020.1848750","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15426432.2020.1848750","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Theologies of liberation are rooted in the expressions of the poor and those at the margins who seek to reflect and act on their oppression from a foundation of faith. Growing out of the experiences of the excluded, liberation theology seeks to shape the world by applying principles of inclusion, justice, human rights, dignity, and solidarity to their emancipation. Liberation theologies have implications for the practice of social work, not only with faith-based organizations, but as a foundation for the formulation to policy and practice from the perspectives of those who live and find meaning at the margins.","PeriodicalId":45302,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF RELIGION AND SPIRITUALITY IN SOCIAL WORK","volume":"31 1","pages":"92 - 107"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2020-11-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"85448444","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"In their own words: Orthodox Jewish social workers integration of religion and values into practice","authors":"Donna Wang, A. Perlman","doi":"10.1080/15426432.2020.1826385","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15426432.2020.1826385","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Understanding how different religions are integrated into social work practice is important to enhancing diversity and inclusion within the profession. This article focuses on Orthodox Judaism, and discusses some of the values and tensions that emerge for practitioners. This is accomplished by analyzing four focus groups (N = 18) of practitioners who discussed their reasons for entering the field, how values between their religion and social work are congruent, and how they also conflict. Also discussed is how these tensions are resolved. Implications for practice and social work education are discussed in depth.","PeriodicalId":45302,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF RELIGION AND SPIRITUALITY IN SOCIAL WORK","volume":"54 1","pages":"126 - 145"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2020-11-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"86573021","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Intersecting Social Work Practice, Education, and Spirituality: A Conceptual Model","authors":"H. L. Cole","doi":"10.1080/15426432.2020.1831420","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15426432.2020.1831420","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT The relationship between spirituality, social work, and social work education is complicated and often difficult to teach. Though social work has significant religious roots, it distanced itself at the turn of the 20th century in pursuit of professionalism and scientific respectability. Today the NASW and the CSWE recognize spirituality and religion as aspects of client diversity; however, few strategies exist for integrating this content into social work curriculum. This paper offers a conceptual framework for understanding the spirituality-social work relationship based on person-in-environment. Educators can use this framework as a tool for integrating spirituality content across core social work courses.","PeriodicalId":45302,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF RELIGION AND SPIRITUALITY IN SOCIAL WORK","volume":"102 1","pages":"68 - 91"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2020-11-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"80668295","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Developing and testing a Christian-based program to address depression, anxiety, and stress in intimate partner violence","authors":"Delia Anastasia Bernardi, F. Steyn","doi":"10.1080/15426432.2020.1828221","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15426432.2020.1828221","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Intimate partner violence is a global social and public health concern with multifaceted biopsychosocial, economic and legal repercussions. Depression, anxiety, and stress are high risk factors in the perpetration of partner abuse. Moreover, there is mounting evidence that an inverse relationship exists between religious commitment and crime or delinquency. Thus, a gender inclusive Christian-based intervention was designed, piloted and evaluated. The pre-posttest and follow-up measurements included administering the shortened Depression, Anxiety and Stress Scale because these states often play a role in abusive behavior. Holistically, all the scores went down. The score for depression proved to be substantially statistically significant pre-posttest. The decrease in stress scores proved to be statistically significant post-follow-up and pre-post-follow-up. The study demonstrated that the Christian-based program succeeded in reducing depression, anxiety and stress and therefore holds promise to intervene in intimate partner violence.","PeriodicalId":45302,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF RELIGION AND SPIRITUALITY IN SOCIAL WORK","volume":"14 1","pages":"39 - 67"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2020-10-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"80090343","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Older African American adults: understanding the role of the Black Church’s support in the community","authors":"R. Cosby","doi":"10.1080/15426432.2020.1780183","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15426432.2020.1780183","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Older African Americans’ spirituality is explored to provide an understanding of the African American’s legacy of reliance on the Black church as part of their belief system. This explanation constructs a foundation for understanding the older African American’s reliance on the Black church for aid,spiritual sustenance and support. This review is important for helping social workers who are providing support and practice interventions for these clients. Also, it provides an explanation of how religious and spiritual leaders offer care to older African Americans. A framework to assist Social Workers in understanding this population is provided along with highlighting the importance of connection and attunement to the older African American’s spiritual values and needs. This creates a meaningful relationship not only with the individual client but also with their church community. The significance of helping the less fortunate, and building a level of trust and social supports is also highlighted. Key words: Black Church, Older African Americans, social workers, slavery, spirituality, social support","PeriodicalId":45302,"journal":{"name":"JOURNAL OF RELIGION AND SPIRITUALITY IN SOCIAL WORK","volume":"11 9 1","pages":"353 - 371"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2020-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"82884830","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}