Introduction to Social Work (10th Edition)
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The Tenth Edition of this classic text continues to blend historical and contemporary perspectives on social work, offering historical context for the development of social work while utilizing the latest theoretical constructs. Special emphasis is placed on the understanding that social work is both a discipline and a method. Highlights of the Tenth Edition Features new sections on drug courts, treatment and prevention of drug and alcohol abuse, welfare reform, faith-based social service initiatives, stages of group, spirituality and social work, suicide assessment and prevention, cognitive therapy with criminals Features an expanded section on the importance of case management in social work, life management skills, anger management and managed care Offers updated information on multicultural social work, working with violent children, gangs, school violence and family violence Includes an updated final chapter on the future of social work as a profession Don t Miss These Exciting Value-Added Options! Themes of the Times for Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare This collection of recent articles from the New York Times will give insight into current issues and debates, highlighting interesting research, and will show some of the practical applications of studying Social Work and Social Welfare. Themes of the Times for Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare is available FREE when packaged with this text: 0-205-46669-9. Research Navigator Guide for the Helping Professions Is the easiest way for students to start a research assignment or research paper. Complete with extensive help on the research process and with four exclusive databases of credible and reliable source material including the EBSCO Academic Journal and Abstract Database, New York Times Search by Subject Archive, Best of the Web Link Library, and Financial Times Article Archive and Company Financials, Research Navigator helps students quickly and efficiently make the most of their research time. Research Navigator Guide for the Helping Professions is available FREE when packaged with this text: 0-205-46807-1. Careers in Social Work The first step toward building a career is often the most challenging one. The Career Center is designed to address the wide range of preparation and life stages of individuals who are attempting to develop their careers. Qualified career specialists advise students as they establish or reestablish themselves in today's competitive global economy. The Career Center s goal is to assist students of any age to access their skills and accomplishments, review their relationships, and build their professional reputations. Career Center is available FREE when packaged with this text: 0-205-46920-5.
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The Tenth Edition of this classic text continues to blend historical and contemporary perspectives on social work, offering historical context for the development of social work while utilizing the latest theoretical constructs. Special emphasis is placed on the understanding that social work is both a discipline and a method.
Highlights of the Tenth Edition
Themes of the Times for Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare
This collection of recent articles from the New York Times will give insight into current issues and debates, highlighting interesting research, and will show some of the practical applications of studying Social Work and Social Welfare. Themes of the Times for Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare is available FREE when packaged with this text: 0-205-46669-9.
Research Navigator Guide for the Helping Professions
Is the easiest way for students to start a research assignment or research paper. Complete with extensive help on the research process and with four exclusive databases of credible and reliable source material including the EBSCO Academic Journal and Abstract Database, New York Times Search by Subject Archive, “Best of the Web” Link Library, and Financial Times Article Archive and Company Financials, Research Navigator helps students quickly and efficiently make the most of their research time. Research Navigator Guide for the Helping Professions is available FREE when packaged with this text: 0-205-46807-1.
Careers in Social Work
The first step toward building a career is often the most challenging one. The Career Center is designed to address the wide range of preparation and life stages of individuals who are attempting to develop their careers. Qualified career specialists advise students as they establish - or reestablish - themselves in today's competitive global economy. The Career Center’s goal is to assist students of any age to access their skills and accomplishments, review their relationships, and build their professional reputations. Career Center is available FREE when packaged with this text: 0-205-46920-5.
Introduction to Social Work (10th Edition),O. William Farley,Larry Lorenzo Smith,Scott W. Boyle,Allyn & Bacon,0205442153,Politics / Current Events,Public Policy - Social Services & Welfare,Social Science,Social Welfare (General),Social Work,Social case work,Social service,Sociology,United States,Political Science / Social Services & Welfare
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