Research Highlights in Social Work
This topical series examines areas of particular interest to those in social and community work and related fields. Each book draws together different aspects of the subject, highlighting relevant research and drawing out implications for policy and practice. The project is under the editorial direction of Professor Andrew Kendrick, Head of the School of Applied Social Sciences at the University of Strathclyde, Scotland.
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Social Work: Disabled People and Disabling Environments
Edited by Michael Oliver
This book redefines the issue of disability as a social rather than an individual problem and considers the implications of this view for the provision of services and for social work practice. It looks at the experience of people with disabilities in society, and the influence that their organisations have had on service provision. Learn More1994, 208pp -
Developments in Short-term Care
Breaks and Opportunities
Edited by Kirsten Stalker
This book addresses the question of short-term care from many perspectives. Particular attention is paid to the views of those in direct receipt of the service, while the issues of costings and quality, and the current research on provision to particular groups including disabled children and people with dementia, are also examined. Learn More1995, Paperback / softback, 9.02in x 5.98in / 229mm x 152mm, 200pp, $42.95ISBN: 978-1-85302-134-3 -
Planning and Costing Community Care
Edited by Chris Clark and Irvine Lapsley
Drawing on current research, this book assesses the issues and problems arising as social work and services departments learn how to implement the new community care legislation. Drawing on the experience of researchers, practitioners and managers, the book explores the development of policies for different types of service and support. Learn More1995, Paperback / softback, 9.02in x 5.98in / 229mm x 152mm, 180pp, $47.95ISBN: 978-1-85302-267-8 -
Working with Offenders
Edited by Gill McIvor
Significant changes have occurred in recent years in the nature and delivery of social work services to offenders and their families. Working with Offenders considers the implications for policy and practice of research which has focused upon a range of social work activities. Learn More1995, 240pp -
Child Abuse and Child Abusers
Protection and Prevention
Edited by Lorraine Waterhouse
Based on both research and practice, this book provides a comprehensive picture of the success, fairness and significance of child protection services for children, parents and individuals. It approaches the problem of child abuse from the various perspectives of those affected (abused children and young people, parents and professionals). Learn More1996, 240pp -
Children and Young People in Conflict with the Law
Edited by Stewart Asquith
The contributors to this volume examine the range and nature of problem behaviours among children and young people and the changing nature of their offending, which is reflected in the ongoing examination of philosophies, practices and policies and the tension between `welfare' and more traditional `justice and punishment' approaches. Learn More1996, Paperback / softback, 0.04in x 0.04in / 1mm x 1mm, 280pp, $39.95ISBN: 978-1-85302-291-3 -
Addictions and Problem Drug Use
Issues in Behaviour, Policy and Practice
Edited by Michael Bloor and Fiona Wood
This volume reviews recent research into the nature and effects of addiction and considers the usefulness of policies which aim to prevent it. The contributors focus on topics such as smoking, alcoholism, gambling and injecting drug use, examining treatment and the effectiveness of prevention and intervention programmes. Learn More1998, 224pp -
Social Care and Housing
Ian Shaw, Sue Lambert and David Clapham
Drawing out the implications for policy and practice from the latest research in housing and social work, this volume illustrates the lack of communication between practitioners that is hindering service provision, and provides suggestions for improving current practice. Learn More1998, Paperback / softback, 8.23in x 6.06in / 209mm x 154mm, 176pp, $47.95ISBN: 978-1-85302-437-5 -
Growing Up with Disability
Edited by Carol Robinson and Kirsten Stalker
Growing Up with Disability encompasses a wide range of perspectives on childhood impairment and its social implications. The book adopts a child-centred approach, stressing the importance of communicating with disabled children, and includes interviews and pieces of their own writing. The book explores how such children can best be protected. Learn More1998, 224pp -
Mental Health and Social Work
Edited by Marion Ulas and Anne Connor
Examining the theory and practice of work with people with mental health problems, this volume considers the current state of policy and organisation and the changes that have taken place over the last decade in the field. The book charts the move away from separate, specialist services, and the resultant impact on service provision. Learn More1998, Paperback / softback, 9.17in x 6.22in / 233mm x 158mm, 248pp, $47.95ISBN: 978-1-85302-302-6
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