Politics for social workers

Research for Social Workers

This text introduces the research methods most commonly used in social work. The major stages of research projects are outlined step by step and, full

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Intersectionality for Social Workers

This book explores how intersectionality theory can be applied to social work practice with children and families, older people and mental health serv

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Sociology for Social Workers

The second edition of this major textbook clearly shows how sociology can inform professional social work practice in the twenty-first century. It pro

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Law for Social Workers

This text provides those who have little or no previous knowledge of the subject with an introduction to the legal context of both the general and mor

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Research for Social Workers

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Report Writing for Social Workers

An introductory guide to best practice in report writing for social workers

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Policy Practice for Social Workers

The second edition of Policy Practice for Social Workers introduces the concept of policy practice in social work settings and illustrates how signifi

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Research Methods for Social Workers

This handy book is a one-stop introduction to research and evaluation for social workers. Including unique project examples, exercises, discussion po

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Critical Gerontology for Social Workers

This original collection explores how critical gerontology can make sense of old age inequalities to inform social work research, policy and practice.

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Critical Gerontology for Social Workers

This original collection explores how critical gerontology can make sense of old age inequalities to inform social work research, policy and practice.

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Writing Skills for Social Workers

This is the only book on the market to consider writing skills in the context of social work. It has been designed to help students develop the skills

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Groupwork Practice for Social Workers

Written to guide students through complex groupwork situations, this book explores the knowledge, skills and values required for groupwork practice.

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English for Health and Social Care Workers

English for Health and Social Care Workers is a practical self-study guide for speakers of other languages who work in health and social care.

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Practical Child Law for Social Workers

A critical analysis of the practical application of law and policy relating to social work with children and families.

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Ethics and Law for Social Workers

Introduces students to the key legal and ethical principles guiding professional practice. Using an applied, practice-based and refreshingly 'real' a

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Evidence-Based Practices for Social Workers

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Handbook for Support Workers in Health and Social Care

A Handbook for Support Workers in Health and Social Care recognises the contribution of support worker and provides an introduction to the core knowle

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Mental Health and Mental Capacity Law for Social Workers

Introduces students to the fundamental principles of mental health law and how they can be applied to everyday practice with clear introductions to k

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Social Life, Local Politics, and Nazism

Focusing on Marburg, a contentious university town where voters demonstrated strong electoral support for Adolf Hitler's National Socialist party, thi

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Keeping Safe and Working Effectively For Social Workers and Health Professionals

Helps social workers and health professionals recognise potential risks in situations, when to avoid involvement, and how best to manage the risks.Ă‚

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Abortion Politics

Abortion has remained one of the most volatile and polarizing issues in the United States for over four decades. Americans are more divided today than ever over abortion, and this debate colors the political, economic, and social dynamics of the country.

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Digital Democracy, Analogue Politics

A fascinating account of how the digital age has impacted Kenyan politics, and the consequences for understanding the role of social media in democrac

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When Politics Becomes Personal

This book functions as a field guide to partisanship for scholars and students in political science and social psychology. It also makes scholarship o

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When Politics Becomes Personal

This book functions as a field guide to partisanship for scholars and students in political science and social psychology. It also makes scholarship o

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Power, Alliances, and Redistribution – The Politics of Social Protection for Low–Income Earners in Argentina, 1943–2015

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Reflective Social Work Practice

This book provides social workers with a framework for reflecting on their day-to-day practice. Using a social worker's diary as a starting point, it

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Social Work Ethics

This book offers a critical introduction to professional ethics for social workers. It recognises that social work is largely a state sponsored activi

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Social Work in Wales

Essential reading for students and practicing social workers in Wales, this book is the first to examine what makes the Welsh context unique, includin

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Complexity in Social Work

A book to help students and newly-qualified social workers plan for and manage complex cases in an increasingly complex environment

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Introduction to Politics and Society

Intended for students who need to get a fast grasp on a range of social and political issues, this introductory text is a comprehensive guide to polit

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Systems Theory for Social Work and the Helping Professions

This book provides an easy to read introduction to systems thinking for social workers who will encounter social problems in their professional practi

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Re-imagining Social Work

Re-imagining Social Work broadens the imaginative horizons for social workers and acquaints readers with their potential to creatively contribute to g

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Social Work with Autistic People

Achievable solutions for social workers working with autistic people - including those with complex needs - to maintain full lives in their communitie

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Effective Advocacy in Social Work

Advocacy is an essential skill for social workers who need to be able to speak confidently on behalf of service-users in a range of situations. In thi

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Politics and Poetics of Everyday Life

Using the concept of the everyday as a lever for social transformation

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A-Z of Social Work Theory

Designed for both students and newly-qualified social workers, this dip in and out of guide introduces students to over 350 key theories, theorists an

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A-Z of Social Work Law

Designed for both students and newly-qualified social workers, this dip in and out of guide introduces students to over 300 key laws, legal terms, and

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A-Z of Social Work Law

Designed for both students and newly-qualified social workers, this dip in and out of guide introduces students to over 300 key laws, legal terms, and

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A-Z of Social Work Skills

Designed for both students and newly-qualified social workers, this dip in and out of guide introduces students to over 60 key skills in a concise and

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A-Z of Social Work Theory

Designed for both students and newly-qualified social workers, this dip in and out of guide introduces students to over 350 key theories, theorists an

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Politics of Subsidiarity in Refugee Reception Taylor & Francis Ltd

This book concentrates on the politics of allocation and dispersal, the involvement of non-state actors, the role of social workers and street level bureaucrats and the subversive nature of grassroots initiatives as far as reception policies and practices are concerned....

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Lobbying : The Dark Side of Politics - Grant Wyn

Anotace: Is lobbying, particularly by `lobbyists for hire`, resulting in a distortion of the democratic process? Does business, with its highly sophisticated and well-resourced lobbying operations, have an undue influence on decisions by politicians? The book assess the impact of lobbying on the UK political system, the extent to which it shapes the political decision-m...

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Motivational Interviewing in Social Work Practice, Second Edition

The definitive text on motivational interviewing (MI) written by and for social workers has now been updated and expanded with 60% new material, inclu

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Decision Making, Assessment and Risk in Social Work

This book, written for practicing social workers undertaking their ASYE and compulsory CPD, has been designed to help professionals make sound judgmen

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Social Investment and Institutional Change Taylor & Francis Ltd

This book focuses on the main institutional changes affecting the Social Investment approach, as the framework for the European social agenda. It will be of interest to all scholars and students of social policy and European politics....

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Social Work and Human Services Responsibilities in a Time of Climate Change

This book provides an accessible, research informed text for students, social workers and other social service workers and community development worke

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@ is for Activism

Examines the transformation of politics through digital media, including digital television, online social networking and mobile computing

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Social Governance and Political Order in Contemporary China Taylor & Francis Ltd

Focusing on the conflict and coordination between social development and political order in social governance, this book investigates the causes, evolution and manifestations of such tensions in contemporary China, combining both qualitative and quantitative analysis. The title is essential reading for scholars and students studying sociology and political science, especi...

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Teaching Controversial Political Issues in the Age of Social Media Taylor & Francis Ltd

Using Israel as a case study, this book examines teachers’ approaches to Controversial Political Issues (CPI) in the classroom. Offering concrete suggestions for ways of dealing with controversial political issues and volatile remarks that are grounded in research, this timely book will be highly relevant for researchers, students and educators in the fields of social stu...

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Teaching Controversial Political Issues in the Age of Social Media Taylor & Francis Ltd

Using Israel as a case study, this book examines teachers’ approaches to Controversial Political Issues (CPI) in the classroom. Offering concrete suggestions for ways of dealing with controversial political issues and volatile remarks that are grounded in research, this timely book will be highly relevant for researchers, students and educators in the fields of social stu...

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Ten Top Tips for Making Matches

One of the most far-reaching decisions that social workers make is the selection of a new permanent family for a child in care. But in family-finding, there are no right or wrong answers. This book considers the needs of children and adults and explores how a balance in meeting both can be maintained. It aims to clarify the issues and develop practice, by looking at some ...

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Ten Top Tips for Making Matches - Cousins Jennifer

Anotace: One of the most far-reaching decisions that social workers make is the selection of a new permanent family for a child in care. But in family-finding, there are no right or wrong answers. This book considers the needs of children and adults and explores how a balance in meeting both can be maintained. It aims to clarify the issues and develop practice, by lookin...

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Community-Based Mental Healthcare for Psychosis Taylor & Francis Ltd

This eye-opening book explores the need for, and how to successfully organize, community mental health teams that provide in-home care and treatment for people experiencing mental health difficulties, particularly those suffering with psychosis.Community-based Mental Healthcare for Psychosis is important reading for psychiatric professionals, clinicians, social workers, c...

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Community-Based Mental Healthcare for Psychosis Taylor & Francis Ltd

This eye-opening book explores the need for, and how to successfully organize, community mental health teams that provide in-home care and treatment for people experiencing mental health difficulties, particularly those suffering with psychosis.Community-based Mental Healthcare for Psychosis is important reading for psychiatric professionals, clinicians, social workers, c...

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Creative Activities for Group Therapy Taylor & Francis Ltd

The second edition of Creative Activities for Group Therapy focuses on evidence-based alternatives for verbal expression in group therapy, which provides group leaders with innovative inspirational tools, techniques, and intervention strategies to address dilemmas and difficult situations and help encourage members’ self-exploration and self-disclosure. This new edition ...

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Creative Activities for Group Therapy Taylor & Francis Ltd

The second edition of Creative Activities for Group Therapy focuses on evidence-based alternatives for verbal expression in group therapy, which provides group leaders with innovative inspirational tools, techniques, and intervention strategies to address dilemmas and difficult situations and help encourage members’ self-exploration and self-disclosure. This new edition ...

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The Kleinian Tradition for Psychotherapists and Counsellors Taylor & Francis Ltd

This book explores how Kleinian psychoanalysis has developed over the past 75 years and how it illuminates human experience and relationships inside and outside the consulting room. Offering an accessible account of a key strand of British Object Relations, this essential resource will be of value to trainee, newly qualified, and experienced psychodynamic counsellors and ...

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The Kleinian Tradition for Psychotherapists and Counsellors Taylor & Francis Ltd

This book explores how Kleinian psychoanalysis has developed over the past 75 years and how it illuminates human experience and relationships inside and outside the consulting room. Offering an accessible account of a key strand of British Object Relations, this essential resource will be of value to trainee, newly qualified, and experienced psychodynamic counsellors and ...

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Creating Third Spaces of Learning for Post-Capitalism Taylor & Francis Ltd

In this book, the authors’ postcapitalist approach to change focuses less on what we need to dismantle, and more on what educators and activists are building in its place. Studying schools and other social organizations in the global north and south, the authors identify and examine some of the most interesting counterhegemonic spaces in both formal and informal education...

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Creating Third Spaces of Learning for Post-Capitalism Taylor & Francis Ltd

In this book, the authors’ postcapitalist approach to change focuses less on what we need to dismantle, and more on what educators and activists are building in its place. Studying schools and other social organizations in the global north and south, the authors identify and examine some of the most interesting counterhegemonic spaces in both formal and informal education...

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