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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 -
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 -
Reconceptualising Work with 'Carers'
New Directions for Policy and Practice
Edited by Kirsten Stalker
Demonstrating the scope and diversity of 'caring', the contributors highlight the positive aspects of caring and the interdependence of many caring relationships but also broach the sensitive and complex subject of 'poor' care and the importance of identifying and meeting the needs of 'hidden carers'. Learn More2002, Paperback / softback, 9.13in x 6.18in / 232mm x 157mm, 208pp, CA$59.00ISBN: 978-1-84310-118-52002, Ebook, PDF, 208pp, CA$59.00ISBN: 978-1-84642-366-6 -
Women Who Offend
Edited by Gill McIvor
Presenting research that will underpin effective practice with women who offend, this unique and thought-provoking text aims to help professionals meet the needs of this group as well as providing a theoretical resource for policy makers and academics. Learn More2004, Paperback / softback, 9.17in x 6.22in / 233mm x 158mm, 304pp, CA$65.00ISBN: 978-1-84310-154-32004, Ebook, ePUB, 304pp, CA$65.00ISBN: 978-1-84642-041-2 -
Social Work and Evidence-Based Practice
Edited by David Smith
Evidence-based practice - what it might mean, how it can be achieved, whether it should be aspired to - is the subject of much debate and argument in social work. The authors demonstrate why evidence-based practice is important, but also why it is important to think clearly and carefully about its implications for the social work profession. Learn More2004, Paperback / softback, 9.17in x 6.26in / 233mm x 159mm, 192pp, CA$48.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-156-72004, Ebook, ePUB, 192pp, CA$48.95ISBN: 978-1-84642-068-9 -
Developments in Social Work with Offenders
Edited by Gill McIvor and Peter Raynor
Developments in Social Work with Offenders explains the organisational and legislative changes that have occurred in social work and probation across the UK in the past 10 years, in the context of the accumulating body of knowledge about what constitutes effective practice in the assessment, supervision and management of offenders in the community. Learn More2007, Paperback / softback, 9.17in x 6.22in / 233mm x 158mm, 360pp, CA$61.00ISBN: 978-1-84310-538-12007, Ebook, ePUB, 368pp, CA$61.00ISBN: 978-1-84642-682-7 -
Co-Production and Personalisation in Social Care
Changing Relationships in the Provision of Social Care
Edited by Susan Hunter and Pete Ritchie
This book explores the theory and practice of the developing innovative practice of 'co-production' - a model of service in which users of a service will play an active and participatory role in the service provided to them, adopting a working partnership. This book is important reading for social care practitioners and service providers. Learn More2007, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 6.46in / 228mm x 164mm, 168pp, CA$50.00ISBN: 978-1-84310-558-92007, Ebook, PDF, 168pp, CA$50.00ISBN: 978-1-84642-721-3 -
Public Services Inspection in the UK
Edited by Howard Davis and Steve Martin
This book analyses the key debates about the role that inspection plays in increasing public accountability and encouraging service improvement. Contributors describe current inspection methods across the key public sectors, and examine the underlying issues and tensions associated with public services inspection. Learn More2008, Paperback / softback, 9.21in x 6.22in / 234mm x 158mm, 160pp, CA$53.00ISBN: 978-1-84310-527-52008, Ebook, PDF, 160pp, CA$53.00ISBN: 978-1-84642-830-2 -
Youth Offending and Youth Justice
Edited by Monica Barry and Fergus McNeill
Youth Offending and Youth Justice engages constructively with current policy and practice debates, tackling issues such as the criminalisation and penalisation of youth, sentencer decision-making, the incarceration of young people and the role of public opinion. It also features an applied focus on professional practice. Learn More2009, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 5.98in / 228mm x 152mm, 208pp, CA$50.00ISBN: 978-1-84310-689-02009, Ebook, ePUB, 208pp, CA$50.00ISBN: 978-0-85700-195-5 -
Substance Misuse
The Implications of Research, Policy and Practice
Edited by Joy Barlow
Substance misuse and its pervasive problems is a constant challenge for social work, health and related professionals today. It is paramount that professionals remain up-to-date on current issues and their responsibilities. Based on research and evidence, this book provides a sound basis for grounded and innovative practice. Learn More2009, Paperback / softback, 9.13in x 5.83in / 232mm x 148mm, 240pp, CA$53.00ISBN: 978-1-84310-696-82009, Ebook, ePUB, 240pp, CA$53.00ISBN: 978-0-85700-219-8
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