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Book SynopsisChild and Family Practice: A Relational Perspective, Second Edition presents important guidelines and principles for working with children, their families, and their service-providing organizations. It is grounded in the traditional social work theories of relationship with emphasis on three core concepts: relational connection, evidence-guided knowledge, and reflexivity. With this text students can connect theory to evidence-based practice and use realistic case studies for classroom role-play and engaging discussion. Cohen Konrad''s goal is to help students connect science, theory, and the human qualities necessary to effect positive change and inspire hope in the lives of children and families.
Trade ReviewThis is a remarkable book, solidly grounded in theory, evidence, ethics, and the realities of practice across a variety of child-serving settings. It is a joy to read, in part because of the author's ease and confident command of the topic, but also because it rings so true in its portrayal of social work practice." - Kim Strom-Gottfried, UNC Chapel Hill
Table of ContentsPreface Chapter 1: Practice with Children and their Families: A Relational Practice Perspective Chapter 2: Early Experiences Matter Chapter 3: Learning How to Love Chapter 4: Child-centered Assessment: Lives in Translation Chapter 5: Therapeutic Conversations with Children Chapter 6: Working with Parents Chapter 7: Play & Expressive Therapies Chapter 8: Working with Adolescents Chapter 9: Neurodiversity & Developmental Disabilities of Childhood Chapter 10: Family Disruption and Ambiguous Losses Chapter 11: Death and Grief in Childhood Chapter 12: The Impact of Violence on Children Chapter 13: Children of the World Epilogue
