Support and Protection Across the Lifecourse: A Practical Approach for Social Workers

This book provides a practical approach to social work with children, families, and adults, using a lifecourse perspective and an ecological frame. It emphasizes the duality of support and protection, life transitions and events, intergenerational relations, civic partnership, and health and wellbeing, and takes an enquiry-based approach using Critical ART.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 256 pages
\n Publication date: 21 September 2021
\n Publisher: Bristol University Press
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This comprehensive text delves into the intricate realm of social work, seamlessly bridging the traditional divide between working with children and families and adults. Embracing a life course perspective within an ecological framework, it offers a practical approach rooted in the principle that practice drives theory. By exploring five interconnected themes, the text provides a practical roadmap for social work practice. These themes include the duality of support and protection, life transitions and life events, intergenerational relations, civic partnership and engagement, and health and well-being.

Designed with students and practitioners in mind, this text adopts an inquiry-based approach utilizing Critical ART (analysis, reflection, and thinking). It features a wealth of valuable resources, including case studies, research examples, practical tips for applying Critical ART in practice, and a comprehensive list of further reading and resources. Whether you are a seasoned social work professional or embarking on your journey in this field, this text serves as a valuable guide, equipping you with the knowledge and skills necessary to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals and communities.

\n Weight: 448g\n
Dimension: 171 x 240 x 18 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781447360544\n \n