Computers in Social Work and Social Welfare Issues and Perspective

Authors

William H. Butterfield, Washington University

Abstract

This paper provides a general overview of the areas in which technology has had significant impact. These are specifically important for social workers, since technology poses many challenges for both society and the social work profession. Most important about modern technology is that It can either improve the human condition or destroy society. With this In mind, social workers must learn about technology, so that Its benefits are understood and problems avoided. This will not occur, however, if technology is ignored or treated as something which is inherently bad because it disrupts the status gun.

Recommended Citation

Butterfield, William H. (1986) "Computers in Social Work and Social Welfare Issues and Perspective," The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare: Vol. 13: Iss. 1, Article 3.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.15453/0191-5096.1732
Available at: https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/jssw/vol13/iss1/3