Social Work with Children and Families

reviews of the first edition: 'a valuable resource...firmly located in the process of study, reflection and application.' - Social Work and Social Sciences Review 'this book is enjoyable and stimulating to read...[it] will be useful for a wide audience, from social work students to seasoned practitioners and trainers looking for new inspiration.' - Community Care This new edition of a core social work text provides up-to-date information on recent legislation including the Care Standards Act and the Human Rights Act, as well as the changes brought about by devolution in the United Kingdom. The authors also discuss recent developments in looking after and supporting children, incorporating study texts and exercises based on the Assessment Framework. A clear and easy-to-use format provides information on such subjects as the family, parenting, abuse, assessment and going to court. This book encourages social workers to know themselves, to recognise their strengths and limitations and to prepare themselves for getting 'into practice' with children and families.