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Social Work Practice and Intellectual Disability: Working to Support Change
Christine Bigby
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Description for Social Work Practice and Intellectual Disability: Working to Support Change
Paperback. A concise introduction to the knowledge, values and skills required for effective practice in the field of intellectual disability, this book covers the key topics including changing definitions, core tasks in working with clients and the values of participation and inclusion. Illustrated with numerous case studies, it is an essential resource. Series: Practical Social Work Series. Num Pages: 224 pages, 6 figures. BIC Classification: JFFG; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 14. Weight in Grams: 316.
Read this book to gain an understanding of the knowledge, values and skills required for effective practice in the field of intellectual disability and the opportunities which this work offers for multidisciplinary collaboration for social change.
Social Work Practice and Intellectual Disability identifies and discusses:
? the changing definitions of intellectual disability, also called 'learning disability'
? the theory and practice of working with people with intellectual disabilities and their families
? the core tasks of assessment, planning, monitoring and review
? the values of participation and inclusion in action
Illustrated with numerous case studies, ... Read more
Read this book to gain an understanding of the knowledge, values and skills required for effective practice in the field of intellectual disability and the opportunities which this work offers for multidisciplinary collaboration for social change.
Social Work Practice and Intellectual Disability identifies and discusses:
? the changing definitions of intellectual disability, also called 'learning disability'
? the theory and practice of working with people with intellectual disabilities and their families
? the core tasks of assessment, planning, monitoring and review
? the values of participation and inclusion in action
Illustrated with numerous case studies, ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Series
Practical Social Work Series
Condition
New
Number of Pages
224
Place of Publication
, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780230521667
SKU
V9780230521667
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About Christine Bigby
CHRISTINE BIGBY is Professor in the School of Social Work and Social Policy, La Trobe University, Australia. She qualified in the UK and then worked in intellectual disability services in Australia. Since 1996 she has been researching policy issues and the practice of working with people with intellectual disabilities. She is the Editor of Australian Social Work, the author of ... Read more
Reviews for Social Work Practice and Intellectual Disability: Working to Support Change
'It is essential reading not only for students studying in this area, but also for the wider groups of people concerned with the well-being of those living with intellectual disabilities. It is a must for inclusion in people's libraries!'- Dr Marie Knox, Senior Lecturer, Social Work and Human Services, Faculty of Health, Queensland University of Technology, Australia 'The book handles ... Read more