The document discusses the eclectic approach, which originated in the late 17th century. The eclectic approach refers to a problem-solving method that draws on multiple different principles and theories as needed rather than relying on a single method. An eclectic social work approach uses complementary, competing, or contradictory theories depending on the client's situation and needs. Advantages include addressing individual needs, combining strengths of methods, and treating disorders holistically, while disadvantages include difficulty identifying the contributions of each approach and managing complexity.

1. GENERAL OVER VIEW OF ECLECTIC APPROACH
Origin : Late 17th century( as a term in psychology)
Derived from Greek word eklektikos,from eklegein ‘pick out’from ek
‘out’+lege in ‘choose’
A main proponent of eclectic approach is RIVERS (1981)

2. According to Richards,The term ‘ECLECTIC
APPROACH’ refers to problem solving approach
that is not based on a single method but that
draws on several differend method principles
that are made use of in practice .It is problem
based approach.

3. ECLECTIC SOCIAL WORK APPROACH
An eclectic approach is one which draws from many theories
including complementary theories ,competing or even contradictory
theories, depending upon the situation and needs of client.
Eclecticism can be used for both explaining human behavior and
intervening in human behavior.
Clients benefit from eclectic intervention and explanation because
they are less likely to feel placed into a steadfast category.
The eclectic social worker seeks to match the most helpful
theoretical explanation or intervention to the
client/community/population

4. Advantages Disadvantages
 Does not restrict to one
perspective so allows new ideas to
be formed
 Combining methods is a useful way
of validating ideas
 Strength of one method can be
used to offset the weakness
 Individual needs are better
matched to treatment when more
option are available
 Therapeutic method treat the
entire disorder and not just one
symptom
 It does not lend itself to prediction
and control of behavior
 Its difficult to identity the relative
contributions of each approach
 There is a practical difficulties in
investigating the integration of
approach
 There are practical difficulties
when providing eclectic therapy.it
may be too complex for one
clinician to manage