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Introduction to Social Work & Social Welfare: Critical Thinking Perspectives, 3rd Edition

Introduction to Social Work & Social Welfare: Critical Thinking Perspectives, 3rd Edition

Karen K. Kirst-Ashman - University of Wisconsin, Whitewater

ISBN-10: 0495601683  ISBN-13: 9780495601685

512 Pages   Casebound

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare.
2. Social Work Values and Ethics.
3. Empowerment and Human Diversity.
4. The Process of Generalist Practice.
5. Practice Settings.
6. An Overview of Social Welfare and Social Work History.
7. Policies, Policy Practice, and Policy Advocacy: Foundations for Service Provision.
8. Policies and Programs to Combat Poverty.
9. Social Work and Services for Children and Families.
10. Social Work and Services for Older Adults.
11. Social Work and Services for People with Disabilities.
12. Social Work and Services in Health Care.
13. Social Work and Services in Mental Health.
14. Social Work and Substance Use, Abuse, and Dependence.
15. Social Work and Services for Youth in the Schools.
16. Social Work and the Criminal Justice System.
Epilogue: Your Values and Your Future: Applying Critical Thinking Skills.