Tools or threat: Social workers’ attitudes, concerns, and readiness for artificial intelligence in Singapore

International Social Work 2026 Open access

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Authors: Terence Yow, Grace Chee, Nicholas Raphael Netto, Dhaliwal Singh Satvinder
DOI: 10.1177/00208728261453261
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Abstract

Amid Singapore’s Smart Nation agenda, this study examines social workers’ attitudes, perception, concerns and readiness for AI adoption. A survey of 211 practitioners revealed cautious optimism. While AI was perceived as beneficial for adminis

Fields of Study & Subjects

Intergenerational Family Dynamics and Caregiving Youth Education and Societal Dynamics Digital Economy and Work Transformation

Publication details

Journal / source
International Social Work
Publisher
SAGE Publications
Publication date
29 June 2026
Language
EN