The Social Work Experience: A Case-Based Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare, 8th edition

Mary Ann Suppes
, Carolyn Cressy Wells
, Melinda Lee Kiltz

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The Social Work Experience is a case-based, contemporary introduction to the social work profession. In-depth coverage explores 8 major fields of practice and the latest ethical and professional standards. Social welfare policies are presented in historical perspective, along with discussion of current issues and probable future trends. Authentic, current chapter-opening case studies introduce a wide variety of real-world situations and portray diverse populations in both client and social worker roles.

The 8th Edition incorporates professional social work values and ethics into the contents of every chapter. New short case studies in each chapter, in addition to the chapter-opening cases, illustrate special issues and concerns in social work practice today.

ISBN-13: 9780137871650

Subject: Social Work & Human Services

Category: Introduction to Social Work

The Social Work Profession
Social Justice, Poverty, and Diversity: The Intersectionality of Multiple Factors
Social Welfare Policy: Historical Perspectives
Family and Children's Services
Social Work in Mental Health
Social Work in Health Care
Social Work in the Schools
Social Work with Alcohol and Substance Use Disorders
Social Work with Older Adults
Social Work in the Justice System
Developmental Disabilities and Social Work
The Social Work Profession Looks to the Future