Based on ageneralist practicefoundation,Human Behavior and the Social Environment: Social Systems Theory, 6/e,evaluates various human behavior theories and examines the basic concepts in each of the systems: the individual, the social group, the family, the organization, and the community. . New to this Edition: An expanded introduction to theory to show a direct connection between theory and practice, providing a framework forcritical thinkingas each new theory is presented in the text New information on rural communities as ldquo;adapting systems,rdquo; along with an emphasis on technology. A streamlined model ofSocial Systems Theory Information emphasizing the biological connection to psychosocial development theories A section on cognitive-behavioral theory, which complements the coverage of cognitive theory and behavioral theory Information onspiritualityadded to theories dealing with group process Three new organizational theories ldquo;Strong theoretical foundationhellip;Good emphasis on larger social systemshellip;Coherent organization of the texthellip;rdquo; --JoDee G. Keller, Pacific Lutheran University ldquo;I find that the focus on systems theory is excellent and by the time students are finished with the book they have a clear understanding of systems.rdquo;-- Donna R. Fiedler, La Salle University