Highlights the major parameters of current unemployment in the United States. Discusses the nature of stress, examines the stressful physical and emotional effects of being unemployed and the resulting behavior problems, and looks at the empirical and hypothetical links between unemployment, stress, and problems. (LLL)

Social workers are increasingly being called on to assist survivors of childhood abuse, domestic violence, violent crime, disasters, and war and terrorism. It has become increasingly apparent that the psychological effects of traumatic events extend beyond those directly affected. Secondary traumatic stress (STS) is becoming viewed as an…

Presents typology for differential assessment of and intervention with shoplifters. Notes that model identifies five major categories under which client motivation can be classified: entitlement, addictions, peer pressure, stress, and impulsiveness. Addresses requisite social work knowledge and skills for addressing this costly social problems.…