Social Work in Contemporary Society

Social Work in Contemporary Society

Hardback (07 Jan 1992)

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Publisher's Synopsis

This book uses an ecological framework in which to explore social welfare and the methods of social work practice. It covers the history of social work and social welfare, the characteristics of social work as a profession, and how social workers draw on research to improve the effectiveness. The book also shows how social work can influence the physical environment and housing, and the uses of social work in business and industry.

Book information

ISBN: 9780138162245
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Imprint: Prentice Hall
Pub date:
DEWEY: 361.32
DEWEY edition: 20
Language: English
Number of pages: 520
Weight: 950g
Height: 241mm
Width: 184mm