Overcoming a Fear of Religion in Social Work Education and Practice

摘要

This article, as a general theorectical discussion about social work and religion, aspires to address some of the concerns of social work educators may have in dealing with the topic of religion in the teaching of social work. Social work practitioners are also encouraged to consider the religious beliefs and spiritual practices of their clients. Reference is made to discerning religion and social work ethics and values when dealing with difficult issues of homosexuality, divorce, end-of-life care, HIV/AIDS, and abortion.