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Comprehensive Handbook of Social Work and Social Welfare, Set
Karen M. Sowers (Editor-in-chief), K Sowers (Author), Catherine N. Dulmus (Editor-in-chief)
9780471752226, Wiley
Hardback, published 11 April 2008
2000 pages
26 x 18.7 x 16.8 cm, 4.527 kg
"This handbook features an impressive collection of essays written by experts worldwide. Focusing on the theoretical foundations of social work and designed as a resource for the profession, it is divided into four volumes. The Handbook’s bibliographies provide references to seminal, classic publications in the field of social work and also to important, useful recent books and articles. Summing Up: Highly recommended. (Choice, November 2008) "This exceptionally comprehensive reference set on an ever-evolving discipline exceeds its purpose "to serve as a resource for the profession." Students and scholars of a wide variety of social sciences will find it extremely valuable. Highly recommended for graduate and undergraduate libraries." (Library Journal, July 2008) "...a vital four-volume handbook that delves into recent trends in the profession and its environment. The writing styles are clear and approachable by both the professional and layperson. This set is a must for any academic or professional social science collection. Although each volume stands on its own and may be purchased separately, the complete set is an asset for both students and practitioners." (American Reference Books Annual, June 2008)
The Comprehensive Handbook of Social Work and Social Welfare presents a comprehensive and up-to-date review of this constantly evolving field, featuring contributions from renowned national and international experts. Organized by major foundational areas within the social work curriculum, each volume includes cutting-edge information related to all aspects of the profession to guide practice and policy decision-making across the field. Social work researchers, educators, practitioners, and students will gain important insight as well as practical resources related to this dynamic profession.
SECTION I POLICY AND JUSTICE: A GLOBAL IMPERATIVE. Chapter 1 The Human Security Paradigm: Peace with Justice and Equality? / Jody Williams Chapter 2 Social Policy from a Global Perspective / Robin Sakina Mama Chapter 3 Social Justice for Marginalized and Disadvantaged Groups: Issues and Challenges for Social Policies in Asia / Joseph Kin Fun Kwok. SECTION II THE CONTEXT OF POLICY: YESTERDAY, TODAY, AND TOMORROW. Chapter 4 Reconceptualizing the Evolution of the American Welfare State/ Bruce Jansson Chapter 5 Not by the Numbers Alone: The Effects of Economic and Demographic Changes on Social Policy / Michael Reisch Chapter 6 The U.S. Patriot Act: Implications for the Social Work Profession / Stan Stojkovic Chapter 7 Social Welfare Policy as a Form of Social Justice / Ira C. Colby. SECTION III POLICY TO PRACTICE AND PRACTICE TO POLICY. Chapter 8 Policy Practice / Rodney A. Ellis Chapter 9 New Federalism, New Freedom, and States' Rights: The Uncertain and Fragmented Direction of Public Mental Health Policy in the United States / King Davis Chapter 10 Aging in the United States: Challenges to Social Policy and Policy Practice / Enid Opal Cox Chapter 11 Explanatory Legitimacy: A Model for Disability Policy Development and Analysis / Stephen French Gilson and Elizabeth DePoy Chapter 12 Health-Care Policy: Should Change Be Small or Large? / Pamela J. Miller Chapter 13 Social Determinants of Health: Twenty-First-Century Social Work Priorities / Gary Rosenberg Chapter 14 Urban Housing Policy and Practice in the Developing World / Sunil Kumar Chapter 15 Child Welfare Policy / Richard J. Gelles and Carol Wilson Spigner Chapter 16 Public Funding of Sectarian Organizations for the Provision of HIV/AIDS Prevention and Care: Discriminatory Issues for Gay Males / Christopher W. Blackwell and Sophia F. Dziegielewski. SECTION IV POLICY FORMULATION AND POSSIBILITIES. Chapter 17 Social Welfare Policy and Politics / Richard Hoefer Chapter 18 Social Welfare and Economics: Redefining the Welfare State in a Global Economy / Howard Karger and Peter A. Kindle Chapter 19 Digital Technology and Social Policy: Social Justice in a World of Anywhere Access? / Paul R. Raffoul Chapter 20 Welfare Reform: The Need for Social Empathy / Elizabeth A. Segal
Subject Areas: Psychology [JM]
