Social work encompasses a range of methods aimed at addressing social issues and promoting well-being within communities. The primary method of social work involves direct intervention and interaction with individuals, families, or groups to assess needs, provide support, and facilitate access to resources. This method emphasizes the importance of building relationships, conducting assessments, and delivering direct services tailored to meet specific needs.

In addition to the primary method, social workers also utilize auxiliary methods to complement their work and achieve broader goals. Auxiliary methods include advocacy, community organizing, policy development, and research. These approaches enable social workers to address systemic issues, influence policies, and advocate for social justice on behalf of marginalized populations.

Together, the primary and auxiliary methods of social work form a comprehensive framework that enables practitioners to address complex social challenges, empower individuals and communities, and create positive systemic change.