"It explores how a "heteronormative" outlook affects our services to a wide range of people who do not fit within the heterosexual norm. ... The content is intriguing, challenging and thought provoking. It should appeal to people who remember that they came into social work to do more than tick boxes. The advice given and direction promoted is persuasive and ... Read morerefreshing. ... the authors's intention is to help to develop the skills and knowledge that social workers need to intervene in sexual matters confidently and effectively. They do that brilliantly. " Community Care "Steve Myers and Judith Milner have wide experience in this challenging field. Their book is a well-presented account of their ideas on a number of important topics which are often neglected in main-stream social work texts, lucidly and helpfully discussing many of the current conflicts." Dr Alasdair J Macdonald, Consultant Psychiatrist, Research Coordinator European Brief Therapy Association and author of 'Solution-focused Therapy:Theory, Research and Practice' "Sexual Issues and Social Work is an interesting and accessibly written introduction to a very important and neglected topic. Its practice focus is a particular strength, making it relevant to students and practitioners alike." Professor Brid Featherstone, Department of Social Sciences and Humanities, University of Bradford Show Less