Description
Book SynopsisThis valuable book provides a comprehensive introduction to politics in social work, unifying the themes of political ideology and social construction across several areas of social work practice, including emerging areas of practice.
Table of ContentsIntroduction ~ Sarah Pollock Part 1: Political Ideologies in Context Socialism ~ Rich Moth Liberalism ~ Ian Cummins Conservatism ~ Ben Williams Neoliberalism ~ Ian Cummins Feminism ~ Lucy Mort Part 2: Social and Political Contexts of Practice Social Work with Adults ~ Alex Withers and Sarah Pollock Child Protection Social Work ~ Kate Parkinson Mental Health ~ Rich Moth and Scott Massie The Criminal Justice System ~ Ian Cummins PART 3: Emerging Themes and Issues Insecurity ~ Sarah Pollock Migration and Asylum ~ Philip Brown Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation ~ Donna Peach Addiction ~ Chris Yianni Radicalisation ~ Ian Cummins Conclusion ~ Kate Parkinson
