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International Social Work Practice: Case Studies from a Global Context book cover

1st Edition

International Social Work Practice Case Studies from a Global Context

Edited By Joanna Bettmann, Gloria Jacques, Caren Frost Copyright 2013
288 Pages
by Routledge

288 Pages
by Routledge

288 Pages
by Routledge
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International Social Work Practice compares and contrasts divergent social work approaches in countries around the world, providing students with a unique perspective on social work as it is actually practised. Using case studies from frontline practitioners from across the globe, this innovative new textbook stimulates critical thinking about international social work practice issues.... Read more

Chapter 1. Introduction – International Practices Issues  Isaac Karikari and Joanna E. Bettmann  Chapter 2. Child Welfare  Gloria Jacques  Chapter 3. Couples Communication  Joanna E. Bettmann  Chapter 4. Intimate Partner Violence   Caren J. Frost  Chapter 5. Family Conflict  Gloria Jacques  Chapter 6. Elder Care/Elder Populations  Caren J. Frost  Chapter 7. Changes in Caregivers  Joanna E. Bettmann  Chapter 8. Adolescents  Joanna E. Bettmann  Chapter 9. Substance Abuse  Gloria Jacques  Chapter 10. Concluding Remarks  Caren J. Frost

Biography

Joanna E. Bettmann is an Associate Professor and the MSW Program Director at the University of Utah College of Social Work, USA.

Gloria Jacques is an Associate Professor in the Department of Social Work at the University of Botswana.

Caren J. Frost is the Director of International Social Work Research and a Research Professor at the University of Utah College of Social Work, USA.

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