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Social services & welfare, criminology

Paperback. This book is a short, light-hearted guide to groupwork, providing an easily-digestible way of understanding group dynamics, the practicalities of running a group, and how to participate in one. It covers how and where to set up a group, the size of the group and the arrangement of chairs, and the importance of boundaries and rules within a group. Num Pages: 112 pages, 96 line drawings. BIC Classification: JFFP; JKSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 215 x 138 x 8. Weight in Grams: 150.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
112
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849051668
ISBN
9781849051668
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.47

Paperback. The number of children entering the child protection system has risen dramatically over the years with implications for children's services and partner agencies. This looks at the impact of the "Munro Review" (2011) on child protection and the Government's response. Editor(s): Blyth, Maggie; Solomon, Enver. Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: JFFE1; JKSB1. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 10. Weight in Grams: 230.
Publisher
Bristol University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
176
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781447304906
ISBN
9781447304906
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 27.40

Paperback. Three years after the publication of the influential Munro Report (2011) this important publication draws together a range of experts working in the field of child protection to critically examine what impact the reforms have had on multi agency child protection systems in this country, at both local and national level. Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFFE1; JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 217 x 139 x 11. Weight in Grams: 280.
Publisher
Bristol University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781447315667
ISBN
9781447315667
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 29.34

paperback. Over the last decade, the reformed youth justice system has seen increases in the numbers of children and young people in custody, a sharp rise in indeterminate sentences and the continuing deaths of young prisoners. This report brings together contributions from leading experts to critically examine current policy and practice. Series: Researching Criminal Justice Series. Num Pages: 112 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKVP1; JKVQ2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 172 x 245 x 9. Weight in Grams: 214.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
112
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847422613
ISBN
9781847422613
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 29.24

paperback. Alongside the current media preoccupation with high risk offenders, there has been a shift towards a greater focus on risk and public protection in UK criminal justice policy. This report draws together a distinguished panel to consider both the theory and application of the risk concept in work with young people and young adults that offend. Series: Researching Criminal Justice Series. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 248 x 170 x 16. Weight in Grams: 754.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
128
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847420008
ISBN
9781847420008
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 26.88

Paperback. This book, the second title in the Rethinking Community Development series, argues for the centrality of class analysis and its associated divisions of power to any discussion of the potential benefits of community development. Editor(s): Shaw, Mae; Mayo, Marjorie. Series: Rethinking Community Development. Num Pages: 280 pages. BIC Classification: JFSC; JHB; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 158 x 233 x 19. Weight in Grams: 428.
Publisher
Policy Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781447322467
ISBN
9781447322467
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 36.49

Paperback. Madge Bray shows the reader how abuse can affect the mental well-being of children, and how the repair of the child's trust of adults is crucial to the process of healing. This is a unique insight into the minds of abused children, providing a basis for therapeutic work. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFE1; JKSN; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 217 x 141 x 13. Weight in Grams: 310.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Pub
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781853024870
ISBN
9781853024870
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.70

Paperback. Full of simple and effective design ideas and tips for writing adoption portfolios, this is a step-by-step guide to creating a portfolio that will present you in the best possible light and help the right birth-family to find and choose you. Num Pages: 168 pages, black & white illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: JKSF; VFVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 279 x 218 x 11. Weight in Grams: 486.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers United Kingdom
Number of pages
128
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849059466
ISBN
9781849059466
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.48

Paperback. Mental health services tend to view and treat mental health problems in an individual-centric way. This book argues for an alternative route to recovery that is cognizant of our social nature, needs and difficulties. It focuses on the therapeutic value of meeting others who face similar problems and sharing experiences. Series Editor(s): Haigh, Rex; Lees, Jan. Series: Community, Culture and Change. Num Pages: 144 pages, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: JKSM; MBPK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 164 x 13. Weight in Grams: 228.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
144
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843105305
ISBN
9781843105305
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.76

Paperback. .
Publisher
SAGE Publications Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781446249451
ISBN
9781446249451
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 49.39

Paperback. .
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Inc United States
Number of pages
312
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780849392870
ISBN
9780849392870
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 95.88

Hardback. Intended for students and practitioners of social work, this work presents research concepts and skills. It reflects contemporary developments in practice research, such as an evidence-based practice; the importance of evaluation within the managed-care environment; the role of social work ethics in practice research; and, more. Num Pages: 264 pages, 16 illus., 25 tables. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152. Weight in Grams: 499.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Edition
2nd
Number of pages
264
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231133883
ISBN
9780231133883
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 143.14
€ 108.81

Hardback. This revised edition examines current issues in public health including social and behavioural sciences. Editor(s): Henderson, Joseph Neil; Bryant, Carol. Num Pages: 448 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKS. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 203 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1089.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
SAGE Publications Inc
Edition
2nd ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781412957045
ISBN
9781412957045
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 180.62

Paperback. The book addresses the complexities and dilemmas faced by practitioners involved in mental health care, and enable the reader to reflect on their understanding. Case studies covering psychodynamic theory, cognitive behavioural therapy, systemic family therapy, attachment therapy and therapeutic group-work are also included. Editor(s): Webber, Martin; Nathan, Jack; Rushton, Alan. Series Editor(s): Blewett, James. Num Pages: 272 pages, 1 tables, 13 figures. BIC Classification: JKSM; JKSN; MBPK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 18. Weight in Grams: 402.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849050296
ISBN
9781849050296
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.25

Hardback. Representing all regions of the world, a wide range of contributors that are leaders in their fields have put together an exhaustive collection that represents the state-of-play of international social work today. Editor(s): Healy, Lynne M.; Link, Rosemary J. Num Pages: 560 pages, 11 line-cuts and 17 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JKSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 259 x 189 x 31. Weight in Grams: 1156.
Publisher
Oxford University Press Inc United States
Number of pages
576
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780195333619
ISBN
9780195333619
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 217.32

Hardback. Editor(s): Silver, Brenda R. Series: Gender and Culture Series. Num Pages: 326 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: 1KBB; DSB; JFFE2; JFSJ1; JKV; LNAA; LNF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 22. Weight in Grams: 635.
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Number of pages
326
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1991
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231072663
ISBN
9780231072663
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 118.30
€ 90.18

paperback. Num Pages: 272 pages, 4 b&w photos, 1 table. BIC Classification: JFFN; JKSB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 16. Weight in Grams: 354.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
University of Minnesota Press United States
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780816650767
ISBN
9780816650767
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 25.29

Paperback. This book is an accessible, jargon-free guide to the key elements of the law that concern foster carers and the professionals who work with them. It aims to help foster carers understand where they fit into the complex web of regulations surrounding childcare and to demystify the jargon and terminology which is often used but rarely explained. Num Pages: 240 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSF; LNMK; VFV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 15. Weight in Grams: 354.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849050920
ISBN
9781849050920
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.22

Paperback. This is the only book social workers need to make sense of the key elements of children's and family law. Now in a fully updated second edition, it reflects recent changes including the Working Together to Safeguard Children guidelines for inter-agency working, Children and Families Act 2013 and the Crime and Courts Act 2013. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JKSN; LAY; LNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 159 x 232 x 17. Weight in Grams: 462.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers United Kingdom
Number of pages
304
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849054409
ISBN
9781849054409
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 40.53

Paperback. Fully updated to cover the latest developments in the law and procedure, See You in Court provides accessible guidance for social workers on how to to serve children's best interests throughout the court process. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 1DBKW; JKSB1; JKSN; LNM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 153 x 13. Weight in Grams: 324.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849055079
ISBN
9781849055079
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.22

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