" Axford has succeeded in providing research that will better equip staff to make assessments with finesse and formulate strategies to suit." Adoption & Fostering "This book moves effortlessly and clearly from ideas about well-being, through their measurement, to policy proposals. It is essential reading for those concerned with children's well-being, but I hope that its message will attract ... Read morea wider audience." Ian Gough, Professor of Social Policy, University of Bath "Children's needs, rights, material resources, quality of life and inclusion do not identify the same target groups, and they call forth different 'service styles'. In a rigorous, scholarly yet readable way, the author casts light on the differences between these bases for official intervention in children's lives." Bill Jordan, Professor of Social Policy, University of Plymouth and University of Huddersfield "This book brings to life established as well as new ideas about child well-being. More importantly, it explains the consequences of adopting one perspective over another. Nick Axford’s investigation is essential reading for those involved in designing, implementing and evaluating services for children." Jonathan Bradshaw, Professor of Social Policy, University of York Show Less