Social Work

This book explores how social work can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities.It provides the perfect introductory text to all social work students undertaking the new social work degrees in the UK as well as a useful teaching tool for academics and practice teachers.The book argues that to really make a difference it is necessary to think outside the box and see the potential for social work to be an agency of change.

Steve Myers is Director of Social Work at the University of Salford.

Making a difference	p. 1
Making a difference: lessons from history	p. 15
Making a difference in preparation and assessment	p. 31
Making a difference in intervention	p. 55
Making a difference in advocacy	p. 79
Making a difference in risk assessment and management	p. 105
Making a difference in your practice in your agency	p. 129
Making a difference in demonstrating professional competence	p. 151
Bibliography	p. 175
Index	p. 193
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