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Communication, Systems and Change: Luhmann's Implication for Social Work

HE Xuesong1, WU yiye2   

  1. 1. School of Social and Public Administration, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai, 200237, China;
    2. International School of Social work, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai, 200237, China
  • Received:2019-10-08 Online:2020-01-15 Published:2020-01-02

Abstract: Luhmann's theory is constructed around the keywords such as “communication”, “system”, focusing on the communication theory, complexity of the system, the reduction of complexity and relationship between individuals and society in the modern society. His theory has connection with the theory and practice of social work. His system theory can supplement the all-encompassing but empty feature of system perspective in social work, and explore the system-oriented social intervention with “communication” as the core, rethinking the relationship between theory and practice in social work and reinterpreting the reality and mission of social work in China.

Key words: Luhmann, systems theory, social work

CLC Number: 

  • C916
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