Social Work: Contexts and Practice

Building on the strengths of the popular first edition, Social Work is the most comprehensive text of its kind: encompassing the theory and practice of social work in both Australia and New Zealand. A variety of social work environments are explored with the fields of practice covered, including: working with the elderly, child protection, mental health and drugs and alcohol, and community development. With an emphasis on cultural practice and field skills development, this
text will be useful throughout students' entire education and into their professional lives.