Problems of Childhood and Adolescence (Practical Social Work Series)

Problems of Childhood and Adolescence (Practical Social Work Series)

by Alan Butler (Contributor), Michael Kerfoot (Author), Alan Butler (Contributor), Michael Kerfoot (Author)

Synopsis

The problems of children and adolescents are an important part of daily social work practice, both in fieldwork and residential care. This book attempts to give a simple introduction to some of these difficulties, and offer a framework for assessment and management.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 168
Edition: 1988
Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
Published: 29 Aug 1988

ISBN 10: 0333420713
ISBN 13: 9780333420713

Author Bio
MICHAEL KERFOOT is Lecturer in Psychiatric Social Work at the University of Manchester and Principal Psychiatric Social Worker in Child and Family Psychiatry at Booth Hall Hospital, Manchester. His main interest has been in work with families and the psychiatric issues associated with child and adolescent development. He has a particular interest in suicidal behaviour and has written widely on the subject.

ALAN BUTLER is Senior Lecturer in Mental Health Social Work and Deputy Head of the Department of Psychiatry, Leeds University. His previous books include Social Work and Mental Illness (with Colin Pritchard), Sheltered Housing for the Elderly and Ageing: Recent Advances.