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The evolution of spirituality and religion in international social work discourse

Strengths and limitations of the contemporary understanding

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ID15434665
AuthorsDavid R Hodges (0000-0001-6672-9070, Arizona State University, corresponding author)
Year2017
Volume37
Issue1
Pages3-23
Publication date2017-08-16
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessNo
TypeARTICLE
VenueJournal of Religion & Spirituality in Social Work Social Thought (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 1542-6432 • E-ISSN: 1542-6440
PublisherTaylor & Francis (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.1080/15426432.2017.1350125
OpenAlexW2747051212
LanguageEN
Citations received18
References cited41

As the profession’s interest in spirituality and religion has grown, new understandings of these two constructs have emerged. As in other areas of academic discourse, it is important to be informed about diverse understandings. Toward this end, the present article describes the emergence of the contemporary understanding of spirituality and religion in social work discourse and, perhaps more importantly, the strengths and limitations associated with the contemporary perspective. By illuminating some of the diverse arguments in favor of and against contemporary conceptualizations, the profession is better equipped to understand and work with these concepts in a professional and ethical manner

Epistemology · Social science · Sociology · Spirituality · Work (physics · Engineering · Homelessness and Social Issues · Philosophy · Religion, Society, and Development · Religion, Spirituality, and Psychology

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Unique citing works18
Citations per year2,57
Citation span2019 - 2026 (8)
Citation velocitycurrent
Highly citedNo
Citation typesNeutral: 18

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