Child welfare and youth services Books

Book SynopsisMargaret Mih Tillman offers a novel perspective on the political and scientific dimensions of experiments with early childhood education. Raising China’s Revolutionaries is an important work of institutional and transnational history that illuminates the evolution of modern concepts of childhood in twentieth-century China.Trade ReviewMargaret Tillman has written an excellent book. Raising China's Revolutionaries demonstrates how policies regarding childcare and child welfare were central to the formation of the modern Chinese state, and suggests how the mobilization and deployment of aid and care facilitated elite professionalization and formation of a range of social institutions that had lasting relevance. The book promises to intervene with great impact in a number of different historiographical debates in the China field and global history more broadly. -- Robert Culp, Bard CollegeInformative, instructive, inspiring. Margaret Mih Tillman's book is an important contribution to the research of childhood socialization in modern China. -- Thomas O. Höllmann, Ludwig Maximilian University of MunichSince the late Qing there had been a general belief among Chinese revolutionaries and reformers that China’s modernization must begin with the construction of a modern childhood. As a result, a great variety of ideas and institutions were proposed and developed in the realm of child education from the 1930s to the 1950s. This book, Raising China’s Revolutionaries, is a rigorous and vivid account of this important historical development based on the author’s comprehensive and penetrating study of the numerous archival and other primary sources as well as her personal experiences as a visiting preschooler in the Chinese system. -- Ying-shih Yu, Professor Emeritus, Princeton University, co-winner of the John W. Kluge Prize and the inaugural winner of the Tang PrizeTillman writes for her peers, and she displays incredible command of the historiography on which she draws. Her rich and deft incorporation of insights from the wider field shows that research on childhood is intimately connected to all the other concerns within the field of Chinese history. -- Melissa A. Brzycki * Journal of Asian Studies *Based on solid archival research, this book models careful historical analysis and argumentation. It is highly accessible and will be useful to readers who are interested in understanding the modern development of early childhood education in China, but also to those who are interested in gaining a deeper understanding of state-society relations during China's modern trajectory. * Historian *Table of ContentsPrefaceAcknowledgmentsAbbreviations in TextIntroductionPart I: The Science of Sentiment1. Child Study in Chinese Kindergartens: Chen Heqin’s Approach to “Family Education”2. Cherishing Children: The National Child Welfare Association in the Nanjing Decade, 1928–19373. The Calculus of Child Welfare: The Democratization of Fundraising for Shanghai, 1937–1942Part II: Child Experts and the Chinese State4. Wartime Paternalisms: Mobilizing Child Advocacy for the State5. Contested Service: Building a National Social Welfare Program in the Civil War, 1945–19496. The Reeducation of Child Experts: Chen Heqin as a Model of Self-Criticism7. Women’s Mobilization and Childcare for the Masses: Collective Childcare in the 1950sConclusionCharacter ListNotesReferencesIndex

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Accessibly written and analytically sophisticated. Krista Van Vleet takes us backstage in a home for teenage mothers and their young children in Cusco, Peru. Faithfully witnessing the ordinary interactions of the young women, Van Vleet shows us how their moral experience is saturated by intertwined hierarchies of race, gender, and class. The mothers learn to care for their infants at the same time as they are taught to fit normatively into urban Peruvian modernity. Van Vleet's attention to the nuances of everyday life in the institution shakes up our preconceptions about relatedness and gender in the Andes, and our certainties about the moral dimensions of mother-child bonds."—Bruce Mannheim, coeditor of Indigenous Languages, Politics, and Authority in Latin America"Taking as her fieldsite a Peruvian orphanage where adolescent wards of the state live with their own small children, Krista Van Vleet centers the stories and experiences of very young mothers who navigate violences and injustices large and small. Here, an international humanitarian NGO cares for young mothers and their children by teaching the mothers how to care. It's a tremendously layered lesson: an education in care smuggles with it understandings of racial and social hierarchy in Peru, hinting at the inadequacy of indigenous domesticity. Empathetically researched and clearly written, deeply respectful of and curious about the young women at Palomitay, this book runs a far wider gamut than most ethnographies, engaging visual arts and performance, humanitarianism, gender, and kinship in a context of unrelenting neoliberalism. Van Vleet also works with more experimental—analyzing the photos taken by and the theater performed by the young women, mediated by NGO workers, in chapters that sing with rich descriptions and colorful, skillful images that generously invoke the contexts and the actions of the girls as they learn to consider themselves, and perhaps so to become, mothers."—Jessaca Leinaweaver, author of Adoptive Migration: Raising Latinos in Spain

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Accessibly written and analytically sophisticated. Krista Van Vleet takes us backstage in a home for teenage mothers and their young children in Cusco, Peru. Faithfully witnessing the ordinary interactions of the young women, Van Vleet shows us how their moral experience is saturated by intertwined hierarchies of race, gender, and class. The mothers learn to care for their infants at the same time as they are taught to fit normatively into urban Peruvian modernity. Van Vleet's attention to the nuances of everyday life in the institution shakes up our preconceptions about relatedness and gender in the Andes, and our certainties about the moral dimensions of mother-child bonds."—Bruce Mannheim, coeditor of Indigenous Languages, Politics, and Authority in Latin America"Taking as her fieldsite a Peruvian orphanage where adolescent wards of the state live with their own small children, Krista Van Vleet centers the stories and experiences of very young mothers who navigate violences and injustices large and small. Here, an international humanitarian NGO cares for young mothers and their children by teaching the mothers how to care. It's a tremendously layered lesson: an education in care smuggles with it understandings of racial and social hierarchy in Peru, hinting at the inadequacy of indigenous domesticity. Empathetically researched and clearly written, deeply respectful of and curious about the young women at Palomitay, this book runs a far wider gamut than most ethnographies, engaging visual arts and performance, humanitarianism, gender, and kinship in a context of unrelenting neoliberalism. Van Vleet also works with more experimental—analyzing the photos taken by and the theater performed by the young women, mediated by NGO workers, in chapters that sing with rich descriptions and colorful, skillful images that generously invoke the contexts and the actions of the girls as they learn to consider themselves, and perhaps so to become, mothers."—Jessaca Leinaweaver, author of Adoptive Migration: Raising Latinos in Spain

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Book SynopsisAlthough most Latin American countries are considered middle-income nations, their child health and well-being statistics overall compare poorly with those of the United States. This volume, representing the fifth part of Project Latin America 2000 from the Helen Kellogg Institute, brings together contributors from the U.S., Latin America, and organizations such as UNICEF to consider the physical, educational, social, legal, and economic status and progress of children throughout Latin America, focusing especially on health and rights issues.In chapters concerning health, experts in biology and medicine address such topics as trends in malnutrition and undernutrition, iron deficiency, inadequate sanitation, and contaminated water. Other articles on children''s rights by contributors from the social sciences and public policy consider a wide range of issues, including youth violence and homicide, child labor and education, adolescents and the penal system, and future prospectsTrade Review“This volume … argues convincingly for the need to focus on children as subjects in the Latin American development process and to do so through a multidisciplinary lens. Globalists and neo-liberal economists take note: this balanced and well-researched volume should be on your list of required reading.” —Canadian Journal of Latin American and Caribbean Studies“The Child in Latin America is an excellent resource for anyone with an interest in the development of children. A noteworthy aspect of this volume is that the contributors not only identify problems but also offer suggestions for making changes and improving the plight of children in Latin America....” —Journal of Children & Poverty"For an understanding of the challenges Latin America faces in this endeavour, this book offers an excellent introduction.” —Iberoamericana

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Book SynopsisThis book presents a revolutionary approach to child protection work.

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Book SynopsisProviding a wide spectrum of views, the authors explore the fine line between normalized physical punishment and illegal or unacceptable physical and emotional abuse of children. It builds on the emerging field of research that provides opportunities for children to speak for themselves about their views and experiences. Provides observations from children, professionals and several generations from within individual families Discusses the power of language used by parents, professionals and the media to describe physical punishment Reflects upon the status of children in societies that sanction their physical punishment, motivations and justifications for its use, perceptions of its effectiveness, and its impact Presents a combination of personal, social, legal, and language factors which provide significant new insights and suggest ways to move forward Trade Review"Publications such as...Physical Punishment in Childhood should help to educate professionals and the public, and advance the cause of children's rights in the United States and the world." (PsycCRITIQUES, December 2010) "It provides a very good summary of the history, language, impact and legal responses to physical punishment of children in Sweden and various English-speaking countries, with particular attention to Australia, the authors' country of residence. The strength and real contribution of the book lies, however, in the presentation of the views of children-voices that are generally not heard in the debate about this contentious issue though they are the ones who bear the brunt of this form of punishment. In this book, they are given equal standing with those of the adults-the parents and the professionals." (Child Abuse Review, 2010)Table of ContentsAcknowledgements. 1 Introduction. 2 Childhood and physical punishment in historical perspective. 3 Legal responses to physical punishment. 4 Conducting sensitive and ethical research with children and adults. 5 Experiences of physical punishment at home, at school and in public places. 6 Public and professional perceptions of the effectiveness of physical punishment. 7 The subjugation of children through language and physical punishment. 8 The effects of physical punishment. 9 The persistence of physical punishment. 10 The morality of physical punishment. 11 An ideal childhood. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisUpon its initial publication, Children's Testimony garnered widespread acclaim as a valuable resource for academics and practitioners alike. The second edition reflects the substantial progress made in the field over the past decade and includes the results of ongoing international research.Trade Review“Academics will value the full coverage of research which is relevant to this topic and professional practitioners will learn from both research- and practice-oriented discussions about how best to help children talk about distressing experiences. Policy-makers should benefit from an enhanced understanding of what is required to enable children’s effective contribution as witnesses in the criminal justice system and it is to be hoped that if prosecution and defence lawyers read this book they will develop a better appreciation of how to approach child witnesses in the interests of achieving a just outcome in criminal trials.” (Child & Family Social Work, 20 December 2013)Table of ContentsContributors. Series Preface. Acknowledgements. 1 Developmentally Sensitive Interviewing for Legal Purposes (Lindsay C. Malloy, David J. La Rooy, Michael E. Lamb, and Carmit Katz). 2 Setting Realistic Expectations: Developmental Characteristics, Capacities and Limitations (Michael E. Lamb, Lindsay C. Malloy, and David J. La Rooy). 3 The Development of Memory in Childhood (David J. La Rooy, Lindsay C. Malloy, and Michael E. Lamb). 4 Assessing the Competency of Child Witnesses: Best Practice Informed by Psychology and Law (Thomas D. Lyon). 5 Planning the Interview (Kevin Smith and Rebecca Milne). 6 Rapport Building in Investigative Interviews of Children (Irit Hershkowitz). 7 Practice Narratives (Kim P. Roberts, Sonja P. Brubacher, Martine B. Powell, and Heather L. Price). 8 Investigating Substantive Issues (Yael Orbach and Margaret-Ellen Pipe). 9 Reviewing the Case (Post-interview) (Trond Myklebust and Gavin E. Oxburgh). 10 Managing Children’s Emotional and Clinical Needs (Kathryn Kuehnle and Mary Connell). 11 Training Forensic Interviewers (Heather Stewart, Carmit Katz, and David J. La Rooy). 12 The Use of Supplementary Techniques in Forensic Interviews with Children (Deirdre A. Brown). 13 Children with Intellectual Disabilities and Developmental Disorders (Lucy A. Henry, Caroline Bettenay, and Daniel P.J. Carney). 14 Evidence and Cross-Examination (John R. Spencer). 15 Children’s Disclosure Statements as Evidence in the United States Legal System (John E.B. Myers). 16 Consequences of Legal Involvement on Child Victims of Maltreatment (Jodi A. Quas and Mariya Sumaroka). 17 Expert Testimony (Bryan Tully). 18 Relationship between Research and Practice (Graham M. Davies and Lindsay C. Malloy). 19 Child Protection Considerations in the United States (Richard J. Gelles and Rebecca Brigham). 20 Facilitating Effective Participation by Children in the Legal System (Lindsay C. Malloy, David J. La Rooy, and Michael E. Lamb). Appendix: The National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) Protocol: Interview Guide. Index.

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Book SynopsisUpon its initial publication, Children's Testimony garnered widespread acclaim as a valuable resource for academics and practitioners alike. The second edition reflects the substantial progress made in the field over the past decade and includes the results of ongoing international research.Trade Review“Academics will value the full coverage of research which is relevant to this topic and professional practitioners will learn from both research- and practice-oriented discussions about how best to help children talk about distressing experiences. Policy-makers should benefit from an enhanced understanding of what is required to enable children’s effective contribution as witnesses in the criminal justice system and it is to be hoped that if prosecution and defence lawyers read this book they will develop a better appreciation of how to approach child witnesses in the interests of achieving a just outcome in criminal trials.” (Child & Family Social Work, 20 December 2013)Table of ContentsContributors. Series Preface. Acknowledgements. 1 Developmentally Sensitive Interviewing for Legal Purposes (Lindsay C. Malloy, David J. La Rooy, Michael E. Lamb, and Carmit Katz). 2 Setting Realistic Expectations: Developmental Characteristics, Capacities and Limitations (Michael E. Lamb, Lindsay C. Malloy, and David J. La Rooy). 3 The Development of Memory in Childhood (David J. La Rooy, Lindsay C. Malloy, and Michael E. Lamb). 4 Assessing the Competency of Child Witnesses: Best Practice Informed by Psychology and Law (Thomas D. Lyon). 5 Planning the Interview (Kevin Smith and Rebecca Milne). 6 Rapport Building in Investigative Interviews of Children (Irit Hershkowitz). 7 Practice Narratives (Kim P. Roberts, Sonja P. Brubacher, Martine B. Powell, and Heather L. Price). 8 Investigating Substantive Issues (Yael Orbach and Margaret-Ellen Pipe). 9 Reviewing the Case (Post-interview) (Trond Myklebust and Gavin E. Oxburgh). 10 Managing Children's Emotional and Clinical Needs (Kathryn Kuehnle and Mary Connell). 11 Training Forensic Interviewers (Heather Stewart, Carmit Katz, and David J. La Rooy). 12 The Use of Supplementary Techniques in Forensic Interviews with Children (Deirdre A. Brown). 13 Children with Intellectual Disabilities and Developmental Disorders (Lucy A. Henry, Caroline Bettenay, and Daniel P.J. Carney). 14 Evidence and Cross-Examination (John R. Spencer). 15 Children's Disclosure Statements as Evidence in the United States Legal System (John E.B. Myers). 16 Consequences of Legal Involvement on Child Victims of Maltreatment (Jodi A. Quas and Mariya Sumaroka). 17 Expert Testimony (Bryan Tully). 18 Relationship between Research and Practice (Graham M. Davies and Lindsay C. Malloy). 19 Child Protection Considerations in the United States (Richard J. Gelles and Rebecca Brigham). 20 Facilitating Effective Participation by Children in the Legal System (Lindsay C. Malloy, David J. La Rooy, and Michael E. Lamb). Appendix: The National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) Protocol: Interview Guide. Index.

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Book SynopsisProviding a wide spectrum of views, the authors explore the fine line between normalized physical punishment and illegal or unacceptable physical and emotional abuse of children. It builds on the emerging field of research that provides opportunities for children to speak for themselves about their views and experiences. Provides observations from children, professionals and several generations from within individual families Discusses the power of language used by parents, professionals and the media to describe physical punishment Reflects upon the status of children in societies that sanction their physical punishment, motivations and justifications for its use, perceptions of its effectiveness, and its impact Presents a combination of personal, social, legal, and language factors which provide significant new insights and suggest ways to move forward Trade Review"Publications such as...Physical Punishment in Childhood should help to educate professionals and the public, and advance the cause of children's rights in the United States and the world." (PsycCRITIQUES, December 2010) "It provides a very good summary of the history, language, impact and legal responses to physical punishment of children in Sweden and various English-speaking countries, with particular attention to Australia, the authors' country of residence. The strength and real contribution of the book lies, however, in the presentation of the views of children-voices that are generally not heard in the debate about this contentious issue though they are the ones who bear the brunt of this form of punishment. In this book, they are given equal standing with those of the adults-the parents and the professionals." (Child Abuse Review, 2010)Table of ContentsAcknowledgements. 1 Introduction. 2 Childhood and physical punishment in historical perspective. 3 Legal responses to physical punishment. 4 Conducting sensitive and ethical research with children and adults. 5 Experiences of physical punishment at home, at school and in public places. 6 Public and professional perceptions of the effectiveness of physical punishment. 7 The subjugation of children through language and physical punishment. 8 The effects of physical punishment. 9 The persistence of physical punishment. 10 The morality of physical punishment. 11 An ideal childhood. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisFailure to Thrive syndrome is something that all paediatricians, health visitors and social workers need to be aware of. Such children typically present difficulties with feeding and sleeping, as well as other behavioural problems. Failure to grow can also involve attachment disorders, emotional maltreatment, neglect, and abuse.Trade Review"...anyone interested in childcare will find it absorbing...thispractical guide is full of information..."(Familyonwards.com, 19February 2004) "...anyone interested in this subject, will gain from readingthis book." (Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Vol.10, No.2, May2005) "...Overall, this very informative book covers much of thesubstantial research literature in a clear and accessible style."(European Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, vol 14, no. 8,2005) "...this very informative book covers much of the substantialresearch literature in a clear and accessible style..."(European Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, March 2006)Table of ContentsAbout the Author. List of Epigraphs. Acknowledgements. SECTION I: THE PROBLEM. 1. Introduction. 2. Historical Perspective of Failure to Thrive. 3. Failure to Thrive: Definition, Prevalence, Manifestation, andEffect. 4. Psychosocial Short Stature: Emotional Stunting of Growth. 5. Feeding/Eating Behaviour of Children who Fail to Thrive, andParental Feeding Styles. 6. Parent-Child Interaction in Failure-to-ThriveCases. 7. Child-Parent Attachment Behaviour of Children who Failto Thrive and Parental Responsiveness. 8. Fabricated or Induced Illnesses and Failure to Thrive. SECTION II: THE FRAMEWORK OF ASSESSMENT. 9. A Framework of Assessment of Failure-to-Thrive Cases:Ecological Approach. SECTION III: INTERVENTION AND TREATMENT OF FAILURE-TO-THRIVECHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES. 10. Levels of Intervention. 11. Some Theoretical Approaches to Failure-to-ThriveIntervention. 12. Multidimensional/Integrated Model of Intervention inFailure-to-Thri ve Cases. 13. Approaches to Failure-to-Thrive Intervention Programmes. 14. Considerations Arising from Failure-to-Thrive InterventionResearch. Epilogue. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisTopics in this book include: the adoption of older children from care; contact with birth families after adoption; trans-racial placement; single-person adoption; children talking about moving to adoption; research on children adopted from Romania; and polices and practices.Table of ContentsOutcomes, Predictors and Risks. Preparation. Selection. Contact. Legal and Court Proceedings. Support. Issues of Organisation. Messages for Policy and Management. Appendices. Selected Bibliography.

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Book SynopsisFocusing on good working practice in all aspects of conducting enquiries into alleged child abuse, this book takes a positive approach to improving relationships between the workers and the families involved. Each chapter concentrates on a specific issue.Table of ContentsTHE BACKGROUND TO THE ENQUIRY PROCESS. Enquiries and Investigations: The Policy Context (D. Platt). Enquiries into Allegations: A Black Perspective (M. Phillips &J. Butt). Children with Disabilities and Special Needs: Current Issues andConcerns for Child Protection Procedures (P. Russell). TOWARDS PARTNERSHIP WITH FAMILIES. Building Trust with Families when Making Enquiries (D. Shemmings& Y. Shemmings). Suspected Child Abuse and Neglect: Are Parents' Views Important?(H. Cleaver & P. Freeman). Partnership from the Child's Perspective (M. Davies, et al.). THE ENQUIRY IN PROGRESS. Child Abuse Referrals: What? Why? and How? (D. Cooper). Categorising Referrals about Children: Child Protection or ChildWelfare? (D. Thorpe). Planning an Enquiry into Allegations of Child Abuse and Neglect (L.Burns & T. Young). The Potential for Recorded Agreements (D. Platt & T.Burns). Interviewing Children (W. Rogers). Medical Examinations (J. Welbury). Evaluating the Evidence (C. Wattam). Conclusion: Does It Ever End? (D. Platt). Appendix. Index.

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Book SynopsisParenting is attracting more professional and political attention now than ever before. More and more parents need the support of others to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to choose what would be best for their children.Table of ContentsParenting Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow (S. Kraemer). Parenting at the Margins: Some Consequences of Inequality (M.Hoghughi). Gender Issues in Parenting (P. McMichael & G. Siann). Approaches to Working with Ethnicity and Cultural Differences (C.Kemps). Parenthood: Assessment of 'Good-Enough Parenting' (S.Parameswaran). Parent Education Programmes (D. Braun). Group Work with Parents (H. Behr). Developing Home-Based Parenting Skill Programmes, Supported byGroup Sessions of Parenting Techniques (P. Marsden-Allen). Helping Parents Cope with their Hyperactive Children (J.Douglas). Stepfamilies (K. Cox). Parenting of Gifted Children (D. George). Parenting Learning Disabled Children: Realities and Practicalities(R. Leisten). Index.

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Book SynopsisThe process of interviewing a child can be a daunting experience for both the child and the interviewer. Interviewing Children offers practical advice for understanding the linguistic abilities of children and for applying that knowledge effectively to the evidentiary interview.Table of ContentsTalking and Listening to Children. Establishing Rapport. Free Narrative Phase: Listening to Children. Asking Questions. Interviewing Observed: Child Language and Development. Interviewing Children with Special Needs. Bibliography. Index.

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Book SynopsisGoing Missing presents important findings from the first major study of young people who go missing from residential and foster homes.Table of ContentsPerspectives on Running Away. Research Design. Law and Policy. Who Goes Missing? Patterns of Going Missing. Comparing Types of Absence. Assessing Risks. The Risks for Young People. Histories of Going Missing. Why Young People Go Missing. The Placement Dimension. The Broader Social Work Context. Developing a Coordinated Response. Working with Young People. Conclusion. Bibliography. List of Figures and Tables. Index.

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Book SynopsisChildren, Child Abuse and Child Protection is the second book written by the Violence Against Children Study Group, a multidisciplinary group of researchers and practitioners from a range of professional settings concerned with child protection. This book follows on from the highly successful Taking Child Abuse Seriously, published in 1990.Trade Review??a well-researched and readable book that should be essential reading for all professionals working with children?? (Debate, September 2004)Table of ContentsPLACING CHILDREN'S ISSUES AS CENTRAL. Black Children and the Child Protection System (G. Singh). Young Carers--The Contradictions of Being a Child Carer (E. Blyth & A. Waddell). Children and Adolescents Who Sexually Abuse (H. Masson). ISSUES OF GENDER AND GENERATION. Mothering and the Child Protection System (B. Featherstone). Child Protection and Domestic Violence: Pointers for Practitioners (A. Ashworth & M. Erooga). Ageism, Violence and Abuse--Theoretical and Practical Perspectives on the Links between 'Child Abuse' and 'Elder Abuse' (J. Hearn). ISSUES OF MULTIDISCIPLINARY AND INTER-AGENCY WORKING. Decision-Making in Case Conferences--Meeting Whose Needs? (N. Kelly & Judith Milner). Schools and Child Protection (E. Blyth & H. Cooper). Primary Prevention in Child Protection: The Role of the Health Visitor (S. Smith). The Location of Child Protection in Relation to the Current Emphasis on Core Policing (C. Adams & C. Horrocks). AN OVERVIEW OF THE RESIDENTIAL CARE SYSTEM. 'Being There': Residential Care of Children and Young People (C. Horrocks & K. Karban). Sexuality, Sexual Abuse and Children's Home--Oppression or Protection? (L. Green & W. Parkin). Preventing Institutional Abuse: An Exploration of Children's Rights, Needs and Participation in Residential Care (J. Myers, et al.). Index.

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Book SynopsisFocuses on one of the most contentious and bitter battles in the history of public health. This book details how the nature of the epidemic has changed and highlights the dilemmas public health agencies face today in terms of prevention strategies and chronic illness linked to low levels of toxic exposure.Trade Review"In Lead Wars, CUNY's Gerald Markowitz and Columbia University's David Rosner convincingly show that the Baltimore toddler study emerged from a century of policymaking in which the US government, faced at times with a choice between protecting children from lead poisoning and protecting the businesses that produced and marketed lead paint, almost invariably chose the latter." New York Review Of Books "Lead Wars clearly shows that the scandalous and tragic history of lead is one that our society is doomed to repeat over and over again unless we develop and fight for better safeguards against chemicals and new technology." -- Helen Jupiter Mother Nature Network "A fascinating new book." -- Howard Markel PBS Newshour The Rundown Blog "Thoroughly researched and clearly written, this book does an excellent job of illustrating the problem society encounters when science and industry face off over likely harm versus economic benefit." -- Richard Maxwell Library Journal "A deeply conceived and well-written book by two of America's best public health historians. It's also an important background briefing on the politics and ethics of scientific research for journalists who will be covering environmental health issues like these." -- Bill Kovarik SE Journal "Chronicles the monstrous irresponsibility of companies in the lead industry over the course of the 20th century." -- Nicholas D. Kristof New York Times "I want to thank David Rosner and Gerald Markowitz for what that they've done to bring the story of the lead paint wars to the public." -- Senator Sheldon Whitehouse "The prolific team of Gerald Markowitz and David Rosner has done it again. Lead Wars: The Politics of Science and the Fate of America's Children is a thoroughly researched, passionate, and gripping history of a major public health problem... Lead Wars challenges us to take better care of our children by fighting those industries that appear to regard them-especially poor black and Latino children-as disposable." -- Elizabeth Fee Health AffairsTable of ContentsForeword Preface Acknowledgments 1. Introduction: A Legacy of Neglect 2. From Personal Tragedy to Public Health Crisis 3. Peeling the Onion: New Layers of the Lead Problem 4. The Contentious Meaning of Low-Level Exposures 5. The Rise of Public Health Pragmatism 6. Controlled Poison 7. Research on Trial 8. Lead Poisoning and the Courts 9. A Plague on All Our Houses Notes Index

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Book SynopsisThis text introduces students to the key issues in the study of childhood, from infancy through to adulthood, from an interdisciplinary and multi-professional perspective. A broad-ranging introductory guide to key issues in the study of childhood. Approaches childhood studies from an interdisciplinary and multi-professional perspective. Presents the basics of psychology, social welfare, education, health, law, culture, rights, politics, and economics as they relate to children. For each discipline, the role of relevant professionals, such as social workers, nursery teachers, paediatric nurses and child lawyers, is also considered. Contributors have both practical and academic backgrounds in a range of specialist areas. Each chapter includes an independent learning activity, case studies, a glossary and annotated bibliography. Will inspiTrade Review"With a broad range of perspectives introducing students to the study of childhood, further readings that encourage a deeper level of study, a range of material to support specific lectures or modules, and short chapters allowing students to dip into specific areas for future study, this book is extremely accessible to students. I would make this an essential text prior to starting a foundation or undergraduate degree programme in childhood studies; in fact, I will be using it next year!" Annie Woods, Programme Leader, BA and FdA Childhood Studies, Nottingham Trent University "This is an extensive text which will form a seminal work for students embarking on childhood studies degree courses. Holistic and child-centred in its underpinning philosophy, it brings together contributions from experts from a wide range of disciplines in a clear and succinct form, backed up by a breadth of references including web-based resources." Wendy Jolliffe, Lecturer in Early Years Education and Course Leader, BA Educational Studies with Early Childhood Studies, University of Hull "This comprehensive book takes a multidisciplinary approach and will inform, explain, challenge and stimulate all those who contribute to the lives and well-being of children. The resources are up-to-date, easy to access and should encourage readers to seek further information on the fascinating subject of childhood studies." Muriel O’Driscoll, Lecturer and Practitioner, Hugh Baird College, Liverpool "an excellent and essential resource for students on childhood studies programmes and courses, new and experienced practitioners and trainers, lecturers and course leaders. Mostly written in chapters that are no more than 3000 words, the professional writers aim to be detailed yet succinct. There are forty chapters covering important topics such as histories of childhood, play, parenting, cognitive development, child abuse, children's rights, the Children's Act and ethnicity and race. The text is bursting with essential information for anyone who is interested in children and their well-being." Nursery Education, September 2004 Table of ContentsList of Plates. List of Tables. Notes on Contributors. Foreword. Acknowledgements. Introduction. Part I: Children And Childhood:. 1 Inter-Disciplinary Perspective: Histories Of Childhood: John Clarke (Liverpool John Moores University). 2 Self-Concept: Nicola Leather (Liverpool John Moores University). Relationships. 3 Attachment: Nicola Leather (Liverpool John Moores University). 4 Peers: Dominic Wyse (Liverpool John Moores University). 5 Family Structures: Robert Banton (Liverpool John Moores University). 6 Parenting: Jane Baker (Hugh Baird College). 7 Parental Separation: Robert Banton (Liverpool John Moores University). Psychology. 8 The Nature/Nurture Debate: Nicola Leather (Liverpool John Moores University). 9 Cognitive Development: Nicola Leather (Liverpool John Moores University). 10 The Development Of Language And Literacy: Dominic Wyse (Liverpool John Moores University). 11 Mental Health: John Harrison (Liverpool John Moores University). Sociology. 12 The Sociology Of Childhood: John Clarke (Liverpool John Moores University). 13 Childhood And Juvenile Delinquency: John Clarke (Liverpool John Moores University). 14 Sexuality: John Clarke (Liverpool John Moores University). Part II: Children And Services:. 15 Inter-Disciplinairy Perspective: Children’s Rights: Dominic Wyse (Liverpool John Moores University). Social Welfare. 16 Overview Of Social Welfare: Ali Mekki (Liverpool Social Services). 17 The Role Of The Child And Family Social Worker: Ali Mekki (Liverpool Social Services). 18 Child Abuse: Robert Banton (Liverpool John Moores University). Education. 19 Overview Of Children’s Education And Care: Nell Napier (Manchester Metropolitan University). 20 The Role Of The Early Years Practitioner: Ainé Sharkey (Liverpool John Moores University). 21 National Curricula: Nell Napier (Manchester Metropolitan University) And Ainé Sharkey (Liverpool John Moores University). 22 Play: Nell Napier (Manchester Metropolitan University) And Ainé Sharkey (Liverpool John Moores University). 23 International Perspectives In Early Years Education & Care: Ainé Sharkey (Liverpool John Moores University). Health. 24 Overview Of Health: Robert Banton (Liverpool John Moores University). 25 The Role Of The Health Visitor: Robert Banton (Liverpool John Moores University). Law. 26 Overview Of The Legal System: Angela Brennan (Liverpool John Moores University). 27 Legal Personel: Angela Brennan (Liverpool John Moores University). 28 The Children Act 1989: Angela Brennan (Liverpool John Moores University). 29 The Legal Status Of The Child: Angela Brennan (Liverpool John Moores University). Part III: Children And Society:. 30 Inter-Disciplinary Perspective: The Demonisation Of Childhood: Dominic Wyse (Liverpool John Moores University). Culture. 31 Toys And Games: Nell Napier (Manchester Metropolitan University). 32 Children’s Literature: Russell Jones (Manchester Metropolitan University). 33 Visual Art: Nicholas Medforth (Liverpool John Moores University). 34 Multimedia: Dominic Wyse (Liverpool John Moores University). Equality. 35 Ethnicity And Race: Russell Jones (Manchester Metropolitan University). 36 Disabled Children: Jane Baker (Hugh Baird College). 37 Poverty: Jane Baker (Hugh Baird College). Society. 38 Non-Government Organistions (Ngos): John Harrison (Liverpool John Moores University). 39 Children Working: Nicholas Medforth (Liverpool John Moores University). 40 Research With Children: Dominic Wyse (Liverpool John Moores University). Appendix 1: Further Reflections On The Activities. Glossary. Index

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Book SynopsisThere is ample evidence that disabled children are less valued members of society than able-bodied children. Child welfare practitioners are increasingly looking at not only the child''s impairment and suffering but also the child''s needs in a wider context--to be included as an equal member of society. Laura Middleton''s book aims to provide sound guidance for social workers, community carers, teachers and health visitors, and her book gives them a better understanding of the disabled child''s experiences and needs. She covers such key themes as discrimination, bullying, appeasement, abuse, communication issues, family support, and children''s rights. Methods for generating a better, more effective service for the child are fully explained and illustrated.Trade Review"This is a well-written and thought-provoking contribution to our understanding of the ways in which disabled children are treated and marginalised in our society. It should be read by all those who work with children, as well as those who have an interest in disability generally." (Adoption & Fostering) "The strength of this book lies in its description of disabled children as active participants in society…This book makes a significant contribution to our knowledge about disabled children’s lives." (Health and Social Care in the Community) "The book makes for compulsive reading once begun and has a clarity of style which makes complex issues accessible. …I would recommend the book to lecturers, practitioners and students within the social care fields and to disabled individuals, their carers and groups who are eager to identify with the political debate which informs their social exclusion" (Child & Family Social Work) "Any book about disabled children that starts with the experience of disabled young people is doing something right." (Community Care) "It is particularly useful in making practical suggestions for more inclusive provision and will be an invaluable text for all childcare professionals." (Aslib Book Guide) "This excellent book is a courageous, cogent and challenging look at how to translate a social model of disability into action." "[Middleton's] perspective is of tremendous importance for social work practice with children." (British Journal of Social Work)Table of ContentsForeword. Preface.. 1. Children's Voices; Hopes, Wishes and Dreams. Families. Making Friends. "It chips away at you inside': the experience of bullying. Adult Abusers. Failure to Protect. Growing up in care: Alice's story. Education. Choices and rights. Medical Interventions. Images of disability. Messages. Discussion: a disability rights issue?. Ways forward. Summary and conclusion.. 2. Building Disadvantage. Introduction. The political lead.. Section I: Abnormalisation - the creation of special need. Health care services. Education. Welfare services. The independent/statutory divide.. Section II: Explanations for the exclusion of disabled children. The survival of the fittest. Conclusion.. 3. Conceptual Frameworks. The SEAwall. The NVQ model. The 3-D Jigsaw.. 4. The Professional and Personal Challenge. Introduction. Attitudes and values. Working with disabled children. Changing professional behaviour. Good practitioners/good practice. Conclusion.. 5. Organisational Change. Introduction.. Section I: Valued-based organisations. Consulting service users. Valuing staff.. Section II: The seamless service. Community care: health and social services. working together. Towards inclusive education. Conclusion.. 6. Disabled Children: Excluded Citizens?. Introduction. Disabled children and citizenship. Strategies for change. the research relationship. The role of disabled adults. Conclusion. Appendix 1. Research Studies Cited in the text. Appendix 2. Letter to the Social Exclusion Unit. Appendix 3. The Process of Assessment. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisIn 1904, New York nuns brought 40 Irish orphans to a remote Arizona mining camp, to be placed with Mexican-Catholic families. The town's Anglo-Americans, furious at this transgression, formed a vigilante squad that kidnapped the children. The church sued but the U.S. Supreme Court ruled for the vigilantes. Gordon tells this gripping story.Trade ReviewIn her gripping book, The Great Arizona Orphan Abduction, Linda Gordon has written a model study of the creation and maintenance of race relations that manages to capture both the breathless sensationalism of the era's tabloids and the complexity of social status, shifting racial codes and the multiple uses of sex roles in social action...Gordon divides her story into six scenes, most of them devoted to some portion of the four days when the orphans' arrival engulfed Clifton-Morenci in a near riot followed by a mass kidnapping. Spliced between each scene is the history--long-term and proximate--of the towns' sociocultural landscape. It is an ingenious narrative device that enables her to reconstitute the distinct social structures of the area while rendering a taut journalistic account of the unfolding drama...The magnificence of her achievement [is] her masterly assembly of historical detail and acute sensitivity to the intricacies of human relations as mediated by power, prejudice and the passing of time. -- Stephen Lassonde * New York Times Book Review *If Gordon's book did nothing more than redeem from obscurity the story of the Arizona orphans, it would be an extraordinary contribution to social history. But Gordon has gone beyond that scanty written record, mainly from the court proceedings, to explore the motives of the Mexican and Anglo women...Gordon's achievement is that she so effectively and fair-mindedly delved into the site and unearthed this appalling and poignant story. -- Michael Kenney * Boston Globe *This is an unusual and interesting work of history, whose chief strength lies in the way it lovingly recreates the spirit of a particular Arizona community and, through its insistence on micro-historical detail, gives the reader a clear sense of how racial assumptions and antagonisms operated within everyday life. -- Paul Giles * Times Literary Supplement *A story of racism, vigilantism, and injustice that retains its grim fascination after nearly a century...The sordid but suspenseful story is told against a background that encompasses the mining industry, labor unions and even a waffling U.S. Supreme Court. * Parade Magazine *Gordon's extraordinary achievement in this book lies in her narrative strategy as much as in her insights as a social historian: she alternates dramatic short chapters detailing the events in the mining communities of Clifton-Morenci from the first to the fourth of October 1904 with longer, denser ones that reconstruct the conflation of class, gender, racial, religious, and economic interests that initiated the children's journey west from New York City and underlay their distribution by Father Mandin, the local priest. -- Gay Wachman * Women's Review of Books *Linda Gordon has used [the orphan abduction's] events to explore issues of race, gender, class, economics and theories of the family in a beautifully constructed narrative and analysis of a flashpoint in American domestic history...Gordon uses her multiplicity of sources with great skill, all the time reminding us that some participants in the story have left no record of their experiences, particularly the children's birth mothers, the children themselves, and the Mexican families with whom they were to be placed. She contextualises the event superbly, giving us a well-rounded portrait of Clifton-Morenci at the time, as well as taking us through the ideological and emotional processes which moved people to act as they did. -- Catriona Crowe * Irish Times *Historian Linda Gordon has unearthed a small, forgotten story, and told it exceptionally well...[The] astonishing story, less than a century old, contains much to ponder. Gordon does a masterful job probing class and race, gender and religion, family and border economics to shed light on conflicts unresolved to this day...She has crafted both an exhilarating yarn and a sober morality tale. -- Karen R. Long * Plain Dealer *[A] fascinating, almost cinematic book...Gordon has brilliantly retrieved history, in the process providing a vivid, complex addition to the growing scholarship on 'whiteness.' -- JoAnn Wypijewski * Lingua Franca Book Review *It is both fascinating and disturbing to delve into specific events of American history: Cultural biases explode, exploitation simmers, and religious identity is challenged. Linda Gordon's book confronts all these issues...Delving deeper and deeper into the American conscience, Gordon shatters layer upon layer of assumption. She has done her research, and the story she has written breathes life as a dragon breathes fire, burning sometimes accidentally, though oftentimes intentionally. As a challenge to preconceived notions of American history, as a reflection of cultural, religious and economic realities and as a how-to guide for retrieving important historical lessons, The Great Arizona Orphan Abduction is fascinating, repelling and completely engrossing. -- Ian Graham * The Star-Ledger *In 1904, a group of New York nuns delivered 40 mostly Irish but entirely Catholic orphans to a remote Arizona mining town to be adopted by local Catholics. What happened next is the subject of historian Linda Gordon's compelling new book: For their act of Christian charity, the nuns were rewarded with near-lynching and public vilification of an intensity hard to fathom today. As Gordon makes clear in writing so alive it makes the reader smell sagebrush and white supremacy, the Eastern nuns didn't realize that, in turn-of-the-century Arizona, Catholic also meant Mexican, and Mexican meant inferior. -- Debra Dickerson * salon.com *In this remarkable history of an obscure event, Gordon skillfully casts light on myriad important subjects...[She] has done an extraordinary amount of research and has completely contextualized the orphan abduction. One finds learned chapters on the history of the Southwest, the copper mining industry, vigilantism, Mexican women, labor relations, and Catholicism. Especially informative are Gordon's lengthy discussions of historical definitions of whiteness and how the orphan abduction was instrumental in destroying the fluidity of race relations. -- E. W. Carp * Choice *Economics, religion, and racial and sexual politics intersect in this account of the social upheaval caused when Mexicans in a small Arizona mining town in 1904 adopted 40 abandoned Irish Catholic children from New York. Gordon's compelling account of the incident traces the legal challenges by a Catholic charity group that went all the way to the Supreme Court. * Booklist, an "Editor's Choice 1999" selection *Gordon, drawing on interviews, newspapers, and the court transcript, recreates the kidnapping and the ensuing courtroom drama in intoxicating detail. Along the way, Gordon cracks open a number of hot issues, from labor relations to women's roles. At the center is her examination of the social construction of race; you won't find a more illuminating or nuanced discussion of the invention of whiteness than Gordon's...Gordon has written the rare history book that readers won't be able to put down. * Kirkus Reviews *Economics, religion, and racial and sexual politics intersect in this fascinating account of the social upheaval caused when Mexicans in a small Arizona mining town in 1904 adopted 40 abandoned Irish-Catholic children from New York. The children were brought West by Catholic nuns on the little-known orphan trains that transported children of poor families across the country for adoption. Gordon has rendered a well-researched analysis of the social and racial factors that aroused passions enough to send posses to 'rescue' the children and that nearly lead to the lynching of a priest. Gordon puts the incident in the context of turn-of-the-century industrialization and changing racial definitions that reclassified ethnic groups, such as the Irish as whites. Gordon uses news accounts and court transcripts to render a compelling account of the incident and the legal challenges by the Catholic charity group that went all the way to the U. S. Supreme Court and ended in judgement in favor of the white vigilantes, reinforcing racial and religious attitudes of the time. -- Vanessa Bush * Booklist *These painstakingly researched chapters could well stand on their own as a powerful history of the miners' lives and a superior case study of emigrant labor at the turn of the century. -- Duncan Stewart * Library Journal *Written in the lush prose and plots of a Joseph Conrad novel, Linda Gordon's The Great Arizona Orphan Abduction is [an] extraordinary chronicle...More than an isolated case of frontier vigilantism, the affair swirled into the national headlines, fanning the flames of the caustic debate over religion and race...Peeling off the overlapping intrigues, issues, and players of the incident with the precision of a historical detective, Gordon, a leading social historian on issues of gender and family, goes far beyond the question of blatant racism in a racist epoch to examine the cultural and historical makeup that allowed the affair to happen in the first place...Her meticulously researched and reasoned chronicle is a masterwork of historical analysis that deserves to remain on bookshelves far into the future. -- Jeff Biggers * Bloomsbury Review *Gordon is genuinely curious and deeply thoughtful about the complex ways in which race, class and gender intersect to produce pivotal moments like this one. The book that she has written should be of interest not only to scholars of the American southwest, but to anyone curious about how ideologies make us what we are. -- Christina Thompson * Times Higher Education Supplement *[Gordon] uses the plight of the children...to introduce her readers to the racial, social and cultural situation in the Arizona minds and in the country in general. -- William R. Wineke * Wisconsin State Journal *Gordon's account takes place in six scenes, with historical interludes between them. Her narrative voice is enticing, and her descriptions vivid...This book provides a gripping piece of a puzzled history, not only of American racism, but of the Catholic experience of it. -- Peggy Ellsberg * Commonweal *Linda Gordon's The Great Arizona Orphan Abduction is a spellbinding narrative history--the kind of rigorous but engaging work that other academics dream of writing. Gordon here unearths a long forgotten story about abandoned Irish-Catholic children in turn-of-the-century New York who were sent out to Arizona to be adopted by good Catholic families. The hitch was that those families turned out to be dark-skinned Mexicans. What ensued was a custody battle that went all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court. The astonishing story Gordon has recovered considers vexed intellectual questions about race, class and gender in a dramatic, accessible fashion. -- Maureen Corrigan * Newsday *Linda Gordon has written an astonishing book...This is not just a story about orphan children: it is a story of America at a time of transition, when the railroads were opening up the land and men went west from the cities of the eastern seaboard to seek their fortune. It details religious prejudice, but also compassion. -- Christina White * Catholic Herald *Linda Gordon…has produced a brilliant foray into social history that explores issues of race, class, gender, law enforcement, and labor relations in the American Southwest at the dawn of the 20th century. -- Gregory J. W. Urwin * Journal of the West *Gordon demonstrates the continuing vitality of the issues social historians have brought to the table – class, race, gender, family – in the context of a new commitment to a synthesizing narrative…Gordon's invocations of the many issues that have concerned social historians deeply enhances her examination of a particular time and place in this richly re-imagined history…Gordon has gone to such pains to guard the integrity of her historical subjects and to invest then with genuine depth and individuality. -- Paula S. Fass * American Historical Review *Table of Contents* Preface * Cast of Principal Characters * October 2, 1904, Night, North Clifton, Arizona * September 25, 1904: Grand Central Station, New York City *1. King Copper October 1, 1904, 6:30 p.m.: Clifton Railroad Station *2. Mexicans Come to the Mines October 1, 1904, around 7:30 p.m.: Sacred Heart Church, Clifton *3. The Priest in the Mexican Camp October 2, 1904, Afternoon: Morenci Square and Clifton Library Hall *4. The Mexican Mothers and the Mexican Town October 2, 1904, Evening: The Hills of Clifton *5. The Anglo Mothers and the Company Town October 2, 1904, Night: Clifton Hotel *6. The Strike October 3--4, 1904: Clifton Drugstore and Library Hall, Morenci Hotel *7. Vigilantism January 1905: Courtroom of the Arizona Territorial Supreme Court, Phoenix *8. Family and Race * Epilogue * Notes * Acknowledgments * Index * Maps * Sonoran Highlands Mining Region in 1903 * Old Clifton and Morenci

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Book SynopsisEmphasizing the importance of parental choice, quality of care, and work opportunities, Waldfogel guides readers through a maze of social science research to offer comprehensive answers and a vision for change. He proposes a plan to better meet the needs of children in working families while respecting the core values of choice, quality, and work.Trade ReviewWaldfogel's book is undoubtedly the best informed, wisest, and most convincing description of the benefits and risks of childcare arrangements in the United States. It is tightly organized, lucidly written, and utterly engaging. -- Frank Furstenberg, Zellerbach Family Professor of Sociology, University of PennsylvaniaWhat Children Need argues that there are three principles that policy makers should use to ensure that children's needs are met: respecting parental choice, promoting quality, and supporting parental employment. Waldfogel believes that there are tensions among these values and it is by identifying and grappling with the tensions that we will find real possibilities for creative solutions. -- Ellen Galinsky, President and Co-Founder, Families and Work InstituteIn What Children Need, Jane Waldfogel guides us through more closely defined approaches to questions about the effects of parental care and attention and takes a pragmatic view of the way children adapt to variations in their environment. -- Terri Apter * Times Literary Supplement *[Waldfogel's] analysis is written from an American perspective, and most of her statistics refer to the United States, but the issues and her discussion of them transcend national boundaries. -- Gerald Haigh * Times Educational Supplement *What would a children's services system based on evidence and respect for choice look like? This lucid, well-organized and carefully researched book cuts to the heart of such debates. It should be read widely and, if taken seriously, will encourage far-reaching and positive changes in practice and research in the field. -- Nick Axford * British Journal of Social Work *What Children Need is an impressive, thought-provoking synthesis of information and ideas for designing social policy to support the healthy development of children living in an industrialized world. -- Lisa Gennetian * Industrial and Labor Relations Review *[Waldfogel] gives readers a solid sense of the gaps between what children need and what they are getting, as well as a blueprint for what public policy can and should do to provide for those needs. -- Christine Carter McLaughlin * Greater Good *Table of Contents1. Introduction 2. Children and Parents 3. Infants and Toddlers 4. Preschoolers 5. School-age Children 6. Adolescents 7. Where Do We Go from Here? Notes References Acknowledgements Index

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Book SynopsisChildrenâs Chances urges a shift from focusing on survival to targeting childrenâs full and healthy development. Drawing on comparative data on policies in 190 countries designed to combat poverty, discrimination, child labor, illiteracy, and child marriage, Heymann and McNeill tell what works to ensure equal opportunities for all children.Trade ReviewWith its amazing synthesis of evidence, Children's Chances maps out what countries are now doing—and what more they can do—to address problems in the lives of children around the world. This book is a valuable resource, not just for agencies like Save the Children, but for individual citizens who champion all children's opportunities to develop to their fullest potential. -- Jasmine Whitbread, CEO, Save the ChildrenJody Heymann continues to be a leading voice for working families worldwide. With Children's Chances, she provides key insights into how to promote healthy child development and reduce inequalities in child health. This book is essential for anyone who cares about improving the lives of children around the world. -- Mark Schuster, Harvard Medical SchoolThis remarkable book brings together years of work that is both painstaking and inspired. Jody Heymann, with Kristen McNeill, proves with exhaustive country-by-country evidence the phenomenal difference that public policy makes in defeating child poverty and creating better lives. It is an enormously important achievement. -- Peter Edelman, Georgetown UniversityWith sterling scholarship and masterful research, Heymann and McNeill's book offers a blueprint to advance the well-being of the world's children that is both much needed and optimistic. -- Felton Earls, Harvard Medical SchoolIf we are to reach the millions of children who have been excluded from recent progress on child rights, we need to know where we stand today, and where we need to go tomorrow. We need tools that give us this crucial information, tools that share it, and tools that inspire and guide us. This book provides that inspiration and guidance, showing how crucial policies can guarantee the well-being of children worldwide. -- Carol Bellamy, Past Executive Director, UNICEFNo previous analysis has so conveniently compiled comprehensive global information about such a wide range of public policies related to child development. -- K. H. Jacobsen * Choice *

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Book SynopsisHow consumerist values are forced upon children through education and medicationTrade Review'Beder's analysis is comprehensive, steely and clinical' -- Harold Pinter'Outstanding ... This is such an important book that I would put it on every school curriculum' -- John Pilger'A chilling assessment of modern commercial culture and how it distorts childhood, corrupts civic institutions, and endangers the planet' -- Alex Molnar is Professor of Education Policy and Director of the Commercialism in Education Research Unit at Arizona State University. He is the author of Giving Kids the Business and School Commercialism: From Democratic Ideal To Market CommodityTable of ContentsIntroduction 1. Turning Children into Consumers 2. Turning Play into Business 3. Branding Childish Identities 4. Teaching Consumer Values 5. Turning Schools into Businesses 6. Making Schools Accountable 7. Business Campaigns 8. Made to Order 9. Dumbing Down Future Citizens 10. Teaching Corporate Values 11. Privatising Schools 12. Turning Schools into Markets 13. Privatisation Proponents 14. Controlling Wayward Children Conclusion Notes

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Book SynopsisHow consumerist values are forced upon children through education and medicationTrade Review'Beder's analysis is comprehensive, steely and clinical' -- Harold Pinter'Outstanding ... This is such an important book that I would put it on every school curriculum' -- John Pilger'A chilling assessment of modern commercial culture and how it distorts childhood, corrupts civic institutions, and endangers the planet' -- Alex Molnar is Professor of Education Policy and Director of the Commercialism in Education Research Unit at Arizona State University. He is the author of Giving Kids the Business and School Commercialism: From Democratic Ideal To Market CommodityTable of ContentsIntroduction 1. Turning Children into Consumers 2. Turning Play into Business 3. Branding Childish Identities 4. Teaching Consumer Values 5. Turning Schools into Businesses 6. Making Schools Accountable 7. Business Campaigns 8. Made to Order 9. Dumbing Down Future Citizens 10. Teaching Corporate Values 11. Privatising Schools 12. Turning Schools into Markets 13. Privatisation Proponents 14. Controlling Wayward Children Conclusion Notes

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Book SynopsisFamily Support introduces and explores the state of the art in preventative social work with children and young people. Drawing on contemporary thinking and research, the book aims to make a contribution to current debates about how we can best support families in need.Underpinning the book is an analysis of how family support is changing, having moved from prevention' through to contemporary debates about family support', early intervention' and early help'. The authors draw on their own practice experiences to ensure the discussion remains highly relevant to everyday realities.The book consists of three parts: Part I examines the history and context of family support; Part II outlines a number of practice approaches to family support; and Part III suggests how family support work can be further developed. The book provides think points' and case studies to support the reader in reflecting on the material presented and how this can be best applied, as weTrade Review"The authors offer a highly accessible account of the key features of family support and a very timely reminder of its importance to families and those working with them. Excellent and highly recommended."Brigid Featherstone, The Open University"For all professionals with an interest in best practice, this book delivers in terms of ‘understanding and doing’ Family Support in the real world. The reader is brought from policy contexts to direct work practices in a most informative fashion and with ease."Pat Dolan, National University of IrelandTable of ContentsIntroductionPART ONE: Understanding Family SupportChapter One. The Historical, Social and Political Context of Family SupportChapter Two. The Contemporary Policy Context of Family Support: Conceptualizing Family SupportChapter Three. Researching Family Support: Process and OutcomesPART TWO: Delivering Family SupportChapter Four. Community-Based Projects: The Universal Provision of Family SupportChapter Five. Home Visiting: A Key Process in Providing Family Support Chapter Six. Parenting Education: A Universal or Targeted Service?Chapter Seven. Targeted Approaches: The ‘Troubled Families’ InitiativeChapter Eight. Relationship-Based Family Support: An Underpinning Approach to Family SupportChapter Nine. Family Group Conferences: Involving and Empowering Families PART THREE: Overarching Issues in Developing a Sustainable Approach to Family Support Chapter Ten. Multi-Disciplinary Working: Holistic Work with Families and ChildrenChapter Eleven. Developing the Family Support WorkforceConclusion: Family Support Past, Present and Future

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Book SynopsisFamily Support introduces and explores the state of the art in preventative social work with children and young people. Drawing on contemporary thinking and research, the book aims to make a contribution to current debates about how we can best support families in need.Underpinning the book is an analysis of how family support is changing, having moved from prevention' through to contemporary debates about family support', early intervention' and early help'. The authors draw on their own practice experiences to ensure the discussion remains highly relevant to everyday realities.The book consists of three parts: Part I examines the history and context of family support; Part II outlines a number of practice approaches to family support; and Part III suggests how family support work can be further developed. The book provides think points' and case studies to support the reader in reflecting on the material presented and how this can be best applied, as weTrade Review"The authors offer a highly accessible account of the key features of family support and a very timely reminder of its importance to families and those working with them. Excellent and highly recommended."Brigid Featherstone, The Open University"For all professionals with an interest in best practice, this book delivers in terms of ‘understanding and doing’ Family Support in the real world. The reader is brought from policy contexts to direct work practices in a most informative fashion and with ease."Pat Dolan, National University of IrelandTable of ContentsIntroductionPART ONE: Understanding Family SupportChapter One. The Historical, Social and Political Context of Family SupportChapter Two. The Contemporary Policy Context of Family Support: Conceptualizing Family SupportChapter Three. Researching Family Support: Process and OutcomesPART TWO: Delivering Family SupportChapter Four. Community-Based Projects: The Universal Provision of Family SupportChapter Five. Home Visiting: A Key Process in Providing Family Support Chapter Six. Parenting Education: A Universal or Targeted Service?Chapter Seven. Targeted Approaches: The ‘Troubled Families’ InitiativeChapter Eight. Relationship-Based Family Support: An Underpinning Approach to Family SupportChapter Nine. Family Group Conferences: Involving and Empowering Families PART THREE: Overarching Issues in Developing a Sustainable Approach to Family Support Chapter Ten. Multi-Disciplinary Working: Holistic Work with Families and ChildrenChapter Eleven. Developing the Family Support WorkforceConclusion: Family Support Past, Present and Future

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Book SynopsisContributors contemplate the evolution of child protection policy and practice in BC, addressing political influences on structural arrangements, cultural traditions of First Nations clients, and establishing community control over services.Table of ContentsForeword / Deryck ThomsonIntroduction: People, Politics, and Child Welfare / Brian Wharf1 Rethinking Child Welfare Reform in British Columbia, 1900-60 / Marilyn Callahan and Christopher Walmsley2 Trends in Child Welfare: What Do the Data Show? / Leslie T. Foster3 The Community Resource Board Experience / Brian Wharf4 Child Welfare in the 1980s: A Time of Turbulence and Change / Sandra Scarth and Richard Sullivan5 Witnessing Wild Woman: Resistance and Resilience in Aboriginal Child Welfare / Maggie Kovachs, Robina Thomas, Monty Montgomery, Jacquie Green, and Leslie Brown6 The Community Advocate Minister: Attempting Major Changes / Riley Hern and John Cossom7 Thomas Gove: A Commission of Inquiry Puts Children First and Proposes Community Governance and Integration of Services / Andrew Armitage and Elaine Murray8 Great Expectations and Unintended Consequences: Risk Assessment in Child Welfare in British Columbia / Marilyn Callahan and Karen Swift9 Back to the Future: Toward Community Governance / Leslie T. Foster10 Views from Other Provinces / Brad McKenzie, Sally Palmer, and Wanda Thomas Barnard11 The Case for a Comprehensive Vision for Child Welfare / Brian Wharf12 From Child Protection to Safeguarding: The English Context / Tony Morrison13 Final Thoughts / Brian WharfAppendix 1: Key Events in British Columbia Child Welfare, 1863 to May 2006Appendix 2: Key Government Decision Makers in British Columbia Child Welfare, 1947 to May 2006Appendix 3: Delegated Aboriginal Child and Family Service Agencies’ Status, May 2006List of ContributorsIndex

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Book SynopsisCaring for Children interrogates Canadian public policies on the care of children, asking why the burden of care falls so heavily on women as mothers and caregivers, and what social movements are doing to try to redesign the politics of caring for children.Table of ContentsIntroduction: Movements and Policies – The Troubles of Caring for Children / Susan Prentice, Patrizia Albanese, and Rachel LangfordPart 1: The Canadian Policy Environment1 Mad Men Social Policy: Families, Social Reproduction, and Childcare in a Conservative Canada / Kate Bezanson2 The Politics of Income Splitting, Sex Equality, and Sex Role Stereotypes: Caring for Children or Keeping Women in Their Place? / Kathleen A. Lahey3 Changing Early Childhood Care and Learning for Aboriginal Children / Angela Mashford-Pringle4 Parental Leave, Class Inequalities, and “Caring With”: An Ethics of Care Approach to Canadian Parental-Leave Policy / Andrea Doucet and Lindsey McKayPart 2: Care Campaigns – Crossing Boundaries and Policy Challenges5 Taking Stock of Corporate Childcare in Alberta: Licensing Inspection Data in Not-for-Profit and Corporate Childcare Centres / Brooke Richardson6 Policy Making and Unlicensed Childcare: Lessons from Ontario / Michal Perlman, Petr Varmuza, and Linda White7 The Crisis of Social Reproduction under Global Capitalism: Working-Class Women and Children in the Struggle for Universal Childcare / Rachel Rosen, Suzanne Baustad, and Merryn Edwards8 Crossing Boundaries: In-Home Childcare and Migration in Canada / Elizabeth Adamson9 Nurturing Social Movement Intersectionality: Childcare Policy Advocacy in Canada / Tammy FindlayConclusion: Moving Forward, Lessons Learned / Patrizia Albanese, Susan Prentice, and Rachel LangfordIndex

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Book SynopsisFull--Service Schools describes the movement to create an array of integrated support services in schools. It examines the declining welfare of many American families and prescribes solutions for the problems of increased sex, drugs, violence, and stress among youth.Trade Review"Full Service Schools provides the historical perspective, vision,and parameters for developing collaborative partnerships forschool-linked services." (Norma Paulus, state superintAndent ofpublic instruction, Oregon Department of Education) "Full-service schools are the schools of the future. As Joy Dryfoosmakes clear, more services under the school roof mean bettereducation too. Putting real social services in schools means moreteachers can stop being part-time social workers and start beingfull-time teachers again.'' (Senator Edward M. Kennedy) "All of us interested in improving the health and education of ourchildren should read this book. It tells us of an importantmovement -- full-service schools -- and how we can extAnd itsgrowth." (Julius B. Richomond, M.D., John D. MacArthur Professor ofHealth Policy, Emeritus, Harvard Medical School, former AssistantSecretary for Health and Surgeon General) "During the past decade there has been an urgent call for ournation to reconceive and regenerate its health policies for youthand families. Full-Service Schools provides a useful template forour response." (Lloyd J. Kolbe, director, Division of Adolescentand School Health, U.S. Centers for Disease Control andPrevention) "Policy makers, practitioners, administrators, and parents willfind here thoughtful answers to their questions about howcommunities can help provide all of America's children with theservices and supports they need to succeed at school -- andultimately in life." (Lisbeth B. Schorr, lecturer in socialmedicine, Harvard University, and author of Within Our Reach:Breaking the Cycle of Disadvantage)Table of ContentsForeword. The Full-Service Vision: Responding to Critical Needs. School-Linked Services: The Historical Precedents. Support Services and Quality Education: A Range ofPossibilities. School-Based Clinics: A Look at Pioneer Programs. Realizing the Vision: Two Full-Service Schools. Evaluating the Potential of School-Based Services. Putting the Pieces Together: Organizational and Service DeliveryIssues. Who Will Pay? Local, State, and Federal Perspectives. A Call for Action. Appendix A. Twelve States That Support School-Based Services. Appendix B. Federal Sources for Funding School-BasedServices. Appendix C. Glossary of Acronyms.

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Book SynopsisChildhood is ideally a time of safety, marked by freedom from the economic, sexual, and political demands that later become part of adult life. For many children, however, particularly those who live in our inner cities, childhood is increasingly a time of danger. In the urban war zones of Los Angeles, Chicago, and Washington, D.C., children grow up with firsthand knowledge of terror and violence. This book examines the threat to childhood development posed by living amid chronic community violence. Most importantly, it shows caregiving adults such as teachers, psychologists, social workers, and counselors how they can work together to help children while they are still children--before they become angry, aggressive adults.Trade Review"Children in Danger is a triumph of compassionate scholarship, alucid application of state-of-the-art trauma research to thechallenges faced by children growing up in our urban battlefields." --San Francisco Chronicle "A stunning, must-read book for anyone interested in how communityviolence affects children's and teacher's development. Even better,it's a road map for school administrators and teachers on what theycan do to help these children deal with the chronic violence intheir lives." --Bill Harris, founder, KidsPac, a political actioncommittee for children "This valuable book offers insight and guidance to the professionalwho must help children cope with the cruel challenge of violenceand death in their daily lives." --Edward Zigler, SterlingProfessor of Psychology, Yale University "[Children in Danger] is such a compelling account of the ways inwhich children are affected by living in communities where dangerand violence are a way of life, that one hopes it will be read bypolicymakers at all levels of government who are concerned aboutthe fate of an ever-growing number of children in our society."--Contemporary PsychologyTable of ContentsThe Meaning of Danger in the Lives of Children. Children in War Zones: From Mozambique to Chicago. The Developmental Toll of Inner-City Life. Clinical Outcomes: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Resilience and Coping in Children at Risk. School as a Refuge: The Importance of Early Intervention. Ramon and His School: A Case Study. Developing Supportive Settings for Children at Risk. Helping Teachers Help Children. The Healing Role of Play and Art. Giving the Most to Those Who Need It.

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Book SynopsisChild Health Services Research offers a practical introduction to the foundations, primary methods, and applications of children''s health services research. This valuable resource describes various approaches to children''s health services research, shows how these approaches differ from methods used in relation to adult health, and demonstrates the value that can be added by outcomes research. In doing so, Child Health Services Research also examines various aspects of child health in the context of the household, hospital, health system, community, and policy arenas.Table of ContentsForeword (James Perrin). Preface (Elisa J. Sobo & Paul S. Kurtin). Note to the Reader (Blair L. Sadler). The Editors. The Contributors. Part I: Child Health Services: Setting an Accountability Agenda. 1) An Introduction to Applied Child Health Services Research: Connecting Knowledge and Action (Paul S. Kurtin). 2) Laying the Foundation: Identifying Major Issues in Applied Child Health Services Research (Pradeep Gidwani, Elisa J. Sobo, Michael Seid, and Paul S. Kurtin). Part II: Child Health in Context: Home, Neighborhood, Community, Culture. 3) Prevention and healing in the Household: The Importance of Socio-Cultural Context (Elisa J. Sobo). 4) Documenting Child Health: The Community Indicators Movement (Diana Simmes, Lillian Lim, and Kim Dennis). 5) Partnering with the Community: Implementation, Evaluation, and Impact (Kim Dennis and Diana Simmes). Part III: Child Health in Conventional Healthcare Settings: Improving Organizational Performance. 6) Health Related Quality of Life (Tara Knight, Tasha Burwinkle, and James Varni). 7) Conceptual Models of Quality of Care and Health-Related Quality of Life (HRQL) for Vulnerable Children (Michael Seid, Elisa J. Sobo, Mirjana Zivkovic, Maryam Davodi-Far, and Melissa Nelson). 8) Standardized Approaches to Clinical Care: Pathways and Disease Management (Pat Richardson, Elisa J. Sobo, and Erin Stuckey). Part IV: Child Health Outcomes: Broadening Applied Research's Reach. 9) Translating Research into Practice: Planning Research to Inform Policy and Program Development (Kim Dennis). 10) Looking to the Future: The Need for Applied Child Health Services Research (Paul S. Kurtin and Blair L. Sadler). Glossary. Name Index. Subject Index.

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Book SynopsisA comprehensive look at inner-city youth programs. Urban Sanctuaries analyzes the strategies of community leaders and organizations. The author describes how these leaders create and sustain youth programs in spite of enormous challenges.Trade Review"This book is a beam of light in the dark world of inner-city youth, and as beams of light often do, it shows the way." --from the foreword by John W. Gardner, former secretary of the U.S. Department of Health, Education, and Welfare, and founder of Common Cause "Urban Sanctuaries is a well-written, absorbing account of an endangered species, our inner-city youth, and of the adults who work hard to save them. This book is must reading for anyone who professes to care about the future of today's youth." --Mary Rose Main, national executive director, Girl Scouts of the United States of America "Urban Sanctuaries builds a compelling and moving case for the effectiveness of community-based programs for inner-city adolescents." --Paul Simon, U.S. Senator "In contrast to policy reports that detail statistics on youth problems and big system responses, this book immerses us in the rich reality of young people's hopes and challenges and shows us the power of seemingly modest programs to support the youth they believe in." --Karen Johnson Pittman, director, AED Center for Youth Development and Policy ResearchTable of Contents1. Neighborhood Organizations: Places of Hope in the Inner City. 2. The Hopefuls: Six Teens with a Bright Future. 3. The Wizards: Three Homegrown Community Leaders. 4. More Wizards: Three Outsiders Who Have Earned Respect. 5. What Matters Most? Common Traits of Wizards and Their Organizations. 6. Making Vision a Reality: The People Who Make it Work. 7. Building the Program's Family. 8. Volunteers: A Mixed Blessing. 9. Finding Resources: The Struggle to Fund Neighborhood Programs. 10. Sustaining Places of Hope: How Three Programs Negotiate Support in One City. 11. Keeping Hope Alive: An Appeal for Action.

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Book SynopsisMental health specialists and researchers contend that the development of resilience in youth is facilitated at several levels. Relational, cultural, individual, and governmental factors all have a strong influence over the mental well being of young people. Resilience in Action looks at youth interventions with a view to fostering resilience in those living in adverse situations and conditions.In order to provide a practical approach to the issue, the essays in this volume explore the components of successful interventions, encouraging the transmission of effective practices from one community to another across borders. It is organized into four sections, each dealing with a different aspect of work with at-risk youth. The first section focuses on individual health and the ways in which intervention and therapy strengthen personal resources. The second section explores the dynamics of interventions in relation to specific contexts and localized relationships, emphas

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Book SynopsisPresents best practices for coaches to use in their work with teachers and administrators to help them improve classrooms and teaching practices. The author includes guidance and activities for facilitating group meetings, professional learning communities, and staff workshops. Appropriate for use with ECERS-3 and ECERS-R.

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Book SynopsisIn this revised and expanded, 21 educators call attention to racial disparities in the child welfare system by demonstrating how practices that are successful for white children are often not similarly successful for African American children.Trade ReviewAnyone who is interested in understanding and improving the plight of African American children in the child welfare system should read this book. . . . The authors skillfully explain important details about African American culture and suggest ways in which child welfare services can incorporate this information. -- Evelyn K. Moore * executive director, National Black Child Development Institute *This eclectic collection inevitably will become the definitive source for understanding the Africentric perspective and its application to child welfare. * CHOICE *Table of ContentsList of Figures List of Tables Introduction Part One Societal and Cultural Context Part Two Understanding African American Families and Children Part Three Using an Africentric Perspective for Practice and Service Delivery Conclusions: Still Within Our Power contributers index

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Book SynopsisEarly childhood intervention programs are one of the most effective ways to build human capital and break the cycle of poverty. Yet the amount spent on early childhood care and education varies considerably. Countries have to identify cost effective and adaptable interventions that meet the needs of their communities.

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Book SynopsisThis volume examines the factors that contribute to the use of children in war, the effects of war upon children, and the perpetual cycle of warfare that engulfs many of the world's poorest nations. It offers viable policies to reduce child recruitment, and reintegrate child soldiers into society after war.

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Book SynopsisThe first English-language account of the changing role of children in the Russian workforce, from the onset of industrialization until the Communist Revolution of 1917, and an examination of the laws that would establish children's labor rights.

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Book SynopsisA comprehensive, theory-based approach to working with young clients in both school and clinical settings Counseling and Psychotherapy with Children and Adolescents, Fifth Edition provides mental health professionals and students with state-of-the-art theory and practical guidance for major contemporary psychotherapeutic schools of thought.Table of ContentsPreface vii About the Editors ix Contributors xi 1 Counseling and Psychotherapy with Children and Adolescents: Historical,Developmental, Integrative, and Effectiveness Perspectives 1H. Thompson Prout and Alicia L. Fedewa 2 Ethical and Legal Issues in Psychological Interventions with Children and Adolescents 25Alicia L. Fedewa, Susan M. Prout, and H. Thompson Prout 3 Culturally Responsive Interpersonal Psychotherapy with Children and Adolescents 61Janine Jones 4 Play Therapy: A Child-Centered Approach 91Sue Bratton, Katherine Purswell, and Kimberly Jayne 5 Cognitive-Behavioral and Behavioral Approaches 115Rich Gilman and Kathleen Chard 6 Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy 155Raymond DiGiuseppe and Oana Alexandra David 7 Reality Therapy Approaches 217Gerald B. Fuller 8 Solution-Focused Approaches 279John J. Murphy 9 Systemic Approaches: Family Therapy 317William B. Gunn Jr., Joni Haley, Anne M. Prouty, and Janet Robertson 10 Children and Adolescents with Disabilities: Implications for Interventions 357Jonathan M. Campbell, Lisa A. Ruble, and Rachel K. Hammond Author Index 399 Subject Index 407

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Book SynopsisProviding examples of the application of family-centred practice in a wide range of service settings, Partnering with Parents will be useful for the social workers, nurses, psychologists, and allied health professionals who work together in complex service situations.Table of ContentsAcknowledgements Foreword PART 1: Introduction Chapter 1. Practice Parameters and Definition of Terms - Barry Trute (University of Calgary and University of Manitoba) & Diane Hiebert-Murphy (University of Manitoba) Chapter 2. Basic Family-Centred Practice Concepts and Principles - Barry Trute PART 2: Practice Fundamentals Chapter 3. Family-Centred Counseling, Family Therapy, and Service Coordination - Barry Trute Chapter 4. Fundamentals of Working Alliance - Barry Trute & Diane Hiebert-Murphy Chapter 5. Family Assessment Theory and Information Gathering Processes in Family-Centred Practice - Barry Trute Chapter 6. Capacity Building and Empowerment Practice - Kathryn Levine (University of Manitoba) Chapter 7. Social Network Analysis and Practice - Diane Hiebert-Murphy PART 3: Partnership in Planning and Action Chapter 8. Parent Preparation for Family-Centred Services - Diane Hiebert-Murphy Chapter 9. The Family-Centred Support Plan: An Action Strategy for Parent and Professional Partners - Tricia Klassen (Macdonald Youth Services), Barry Trute & Diane Hiebert-Murphy Chapter 10. A Case Study of Family-Centred Practice - Kathryn Levine PART 4: Special Themes in Family-Centred Practice Chapter 11. Considering Fathers of Children with a Disability in Family-Centred Practice - David Nicholas (University of Calgary) Chapter 12. Culturally Sensitive Family-Centred Practice - David Este (University of Calgary) PART 5: Administration Issues Chapter 13. Supervision to Enhance Family-Centred Practice - Alexandra Wright (University of Manitoba) Chapter 14. Managing the Successful Implementation of Family-Centred Practice - Alexandra Wright Appendix

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Book SynopsisThis timely book offers a fresh look at youth participation: examining official and unofficial constructions of participation by young people in a range of socio-political domains.Trade Review"this book brings together a number of important debates about youth participation in sociology, social policy and political science." LSE Review of Books"I strongly encourage reading this book as it provides a much needed starting point for a better and more inclusive dialogue on youth participation." Youth Voice Journal"This edited collection, drawing on the contributors’ involvement in European-level research and other inquiry, interrogates the complexity of the idea of youth participation. It represents an important corrective to the bland, arguably naive, positions that too often prevail." Howard Williamson, University of GlamorganTable of ContentsIntroduction: The analysis of youth participation in contemporary literature: a European perspective ~ Virginie Muniglia, Morena Cuconato, Patricia Loncle and Andreas Walther; Part 1: Same word, same meaning? Participating in a changing world: Youth participation: Strong discourses, weak policies, a general perspective ~ Patricia Loncle, Pat Leahy, Virginie Muniglia and Andreas Walther; Participation and individualisation: The emergence of a new (political) consciousness? ~ Reingard Spannring; Informal education in a historical perspective: Between an instrument of social education and a socio educational practice ~ Filip Coussée and Tony Jeffs; Part 2 National and local policies for youth participation: Celebrating pluralism: Beyond established forms of youth participation ~ Lasse Siurala and Heini Turkia; Youth participation in the framework of the reformulation of local youth policies in Italy ~ Morena Cuconato, Nicola De Luigi and Alessandro Martelli; Barriers to participation within a recessionary State: Impediments confronting Irish youth ~ Pat Leahy and Paul Burgess; Youth participation and local social and youth policies in Spain ~ Lourdes Gaitán; Part 3: Extending spaces of participation: The interplay of youth culture, the Web 2.0 and political participation in Europe: New reflections after the Youth Quake in Northern Africa and the Middle East ~ Morena Cuconato and Natalia Waechter; Young people and online civic participation: Key findings from a Pan-European research project ~ Shakuntala Banaji and David Buckingham; Young people and mental health: When ICT becomes a tool of participation in public health in Finland ~ Camilla Granholm; Part 4: Participation and learning: Learning to participate or participating to learn? ~ Andreas Walther; Pupils' participation in French secondary schools: The interplay between tradition and innovation ~ Valérie Becquet; Outlook and conclusions: Participation or non-participation? Getting beyond dichotomies by applying and ideology-critical, a comparative and biographical perspective ~ Andreas Walther; Afterword: Dynamic and socially embedded: Biographies of participation in youth ~ Gill Jones.

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Book SynopsisThe short guide to working with children and young people is an accessible introduction into the main concepts, developments and policy related to this exciting area of work.Trade Review“This book does exactly what it says on the label. Readers are provided with important theories and concepts regarding child development, youth and adolescence. The authors promote the concept of reflective practice and offer a series of ideas and issues to reflect upon. Each chapter summarises key points raised and provides recommendations for further reading. This book will be an invaluable first text for anyone thinking about working with children and young people.” Kate D'Arcy, University of Bedfordshire"This book will be useful to both students and practitioners. It considers relevant theory and research, such as child development, social construction of childhood and national and international law. It will be useful to both those who want to understand more, and those who want to develop their practice when working with children and young people." Jennifer Colloby, The Open UniversityTable of ContentsPart One: Contextualising work with children and young people; Introduction to working with children and young people; National and international policy for childhood and youth; Social construction of childhood and youth; Child and adolescent development; Part Two: Working with children and young people; Key skills needed for practice; Working with the early years (from birth to age five); Working with children (aged six to 11); Working with young people (aged 11 to 19); Working with all children and young people; Conclusion.

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Book SynopsisThis unique volume brings together the main findings from the Nuffield Foundation's Changing Adolescence Programme and explores how social change may affect young people's behaviour, mental health and transitions toward adulthood.Trade Review"This book should be read by anyone professionally involved in the mental health of young people. Its message should also be absorbed by those in a position to influence public opinion and social policy." Child and Adolescent Mental Health"The authors use incredible depth and breadth of research in attempting to explain some of the underlying issues that could explain the problems facing British adolescents." Journal of Youth Adolescence"Full of important new information about today's young people, and their parents, 'Changing adolescence' documents how the lives of adolescents have undergone enormous changes in recent history which are accelerating. This book provides a badly needed clear and exciting social science agenda to uncover the consequences of these remarkable changes." Terrie E Moffitt, Kings College London and Duke University"Ann Hagell and her co-authors have performed an immensely valuable service in clearly delineating what we currently know, don't know and ought to know about adolescent life courses. We see here young people growing up both faster and more slowly, as well as creating and responding to a rapidly changing social, economic and cultural context. The book not only shows what a rich and nuanced world this is, but also how it can be subject to unhelpful and ill-informed stereotyping. The authors succeed in getting us beyond a familiar deficit model, but to a place where we can be cautiously optimistic about the second decade of life." Professor Sir David Watson, Principal, Green Templeton College OxfordTable of ContentsForeword by Professor Sir Michael Rutter; Introduction~ Ann Hagell; Time trends in young people's emotional and behavioural problems, 1975-2005 Stephan Collishaw; Stress and mental health in adolescence: interrelationship and time trends ~ Ann Hagell, Seija Sandberg and Robert MacDonald; Trends in time adolescent time use in the United Kingdom ~ Ann Hagell, Stephen Peck, Nicole Zarrett, J. Ignacio Giménez-Nadal and Jennifer Symonds; Trends in parenting: can they help explain time trends in problem behaviour? ~ Frances Gardner, Stephan Collishaw, Barbara Maughan, Jacqueline Scott, Karen Schepman and Ann Hagell; Educational changes and possible links with adolescent well-being: 1970s to 2000s Ann Hagell, John Gray, Maurice Galton and Colleen McLaughlin; Trends in adolescent substance use, and their implications for understanding trends in mental health ~ Ann Hagell, Judith Aldridge, Petra Meier, Tim Millar, Jennifer Symonds and Michael Donmall; Some thoughts on the broader context: neighbourhoods and peers ~ Ann Hagell, Sarah Curtis, Shari Daya, Yasmin Khatib, Rachel Pain, Catherine Rothon, Stephen Stansfeld and Sara Fuller; Reflections and implications ~ Ann Hagell and Sharon Witherspoon

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Book SynopsisThis unique volume brings together the main findings from the Nuffield Foundation's Changing Adolescence Programme and explores how social change may affect young people's behaviour, mental health and transitions toward adulthood.Trade Review"This book should be read by anyone professionally involved in the mental health of young people. Its message should also be absorbed by those in a position to influence public opinion and social policy." Child and Adolescent Mental Health"The authors use incredible depth and breadth of research in attempting to explain some of the underlying issues that could explain the problems facing British adolescents." Journal of Youth Adolescence"Full of important new information about today's young people, and their parents, 'Changing adolescence' documents how the lives of adolescents have undergone enormous changes in recent history which are accelerating. This book provides a badly needed clear and exciting social science agenda to uncover the consequences of these remarkable changes." Terrie E Moffitt, Kings College London and Duke University"Ann Hagell and her co-authors have performed an immensely valuable service in clearly delineating what we currently know, don't know and ought to know about adolescent life courses. We see here young people growing up both faster and more slowly, as well as creating and responding to a rapidly changing social, economic and cultural context. The book not only shows what a rich and nuanced world this is, but also how it can be subject to unhelpful and ill-informed stereotyping. The authors succeed in getting us beyond a familiar deficit model, but to a place where we can be cautiously optimistic about the second decade of life." Professor Sir David Watson, Principal, Green Templeton College OxfordTable of ContentsForeword by Professor Sir Michael Rutter; Introduction~ Ann Hagell; Time trends in young people's emotional and behavioural problems, 1975-2005 Stephan Collishaw; Stress and mental health in adolescence: interrelationship and time trends ~ Ann Hagell, Seija Sandberg and Robert MacDonald; Trends in time adolescent time use in the United Kingdom ~ Ann Hagell, Stephen Peck, Nicole Zarrett, J. Ignacio Giménez-Nadal and Jennifer Symonds; Trends in parenting: can they help explain time trends in problem behaviour? ~ Frances Gardner, Stephan Collishaw, Barbara Maughan, Jacqueline Scott, Karen Schepman and Ann Hagell; Educational changes and possible links with adolescent well-being: 1970s to 2000s Ann Hagell, John Gray, Maurice Galton and Colleen McLaughlin; Trends in adolescent substance use, and their implications for understanding trends in mental health ~ Ann Hagell, Judith Aldridge, Petra Meier, Tim Millar, Jennifer Symonds and Michael Donmall; Some thoughts on the broader context: neighbourhoods and peers ~ Ann Hagell, Sarah Curtis, Shari Daya, Yasmin Khatib, Rachel Pain, Catherine Rothon, Stephen Stansfeld and Sara Fuller; Reflections and implications ~ Ann Hagell and Sharon Witherspoon

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Book SynopsisUnderstanding Family Meanings provides an overview of the basic concepts and theories related to families using readings with questions and analysis to encourage reflection and learning. It focuses on family meanings as the key underpinnings for academic study and professional training.Trade Review"A compelling and accessible book, Understanding family meanings combines conceptual sophistication with intriguing examples and helpful exercises. Highly recommended, it will be interest to undergraduate sociology and family studies students in general." Jaber F. Gubrium, University of Missouri"Understanding family meanings inspires the reader to reflect on the fluid and dynamic nature of contemporary families. It is an important new contribution to the literature as it highlights the multiplicity of meanings associated with families depending on context." Bahira Sherif Trask, University of DelawareTable of ContentsWhy family meanings?; Part 1: Research: Family meanings in contemporary contexts; Teasing the threads apart; Understanding 'family' and household through quantitative evidence; Part 2: Theories and concepts: Family discourses and family practices; Intimacy and personal life; Part 3: Contexts: Family meanings across time and space; Family meanings in social policies and professional practices; Family meanings and family values.

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