Description du livre
A comprehensive introduction to the field, with contributions from leading experts that illuminate the focus and purpose of social work.
New edition of THE leading social work textbook for undergraduates
Provides comprehensive coverage of all subject areas relevant to a career in social work
Covers the reasons for social work, the application of knowledge to practice, the practice context, and its psychosocial framework
Gives detailed coverage of the perspectives of service users, carers and the Disabled People’s Movement
The book brings together material on children and families side-by-side with detailed accounts of work with adult service users
Each chapter lists five key points, three questions for discussion, and three recommendations for further reading