"The strengths of this book lie in its integration of theory, policy and professional values with practice examples to give students that in relation to all the subjects they study the "whole" is more than the sum of the parts" Susan Martin, University of Southampton "Good introductory text. Useful links to frameworks. Helpful enquiry based approach" Martin Hoskins, University of ... Read moreGloucestershire "A clear commentary with a good level of detail and content". Kim Holt, University of Bradford "Always easy to read for students, clearly structured and particuarly relevant" Rachel Good, Staffordshire University "Clear text with up to date information and contemporary case studies" Geraldine Graham, University of Bradford "A fascinating and novel approach to social work's National Occupational Standards, bringing them to life with a skilful balance of detail and context. This book will make a difference to those who read it." Professor Mark Doel, Centre for Health and Social Care Research, Sheffield Hallam University "This is a very useful book which I have recommended to my first year students". Dr Liz Walker, University of Hull. Show Less