Full Description
It is essential that social work students understand the lasting impact political decision making can have on service users, yet little guidance exists on this subject. This valuable book provides a comprehensive introduction to politics in social work, unifying the themes of political ideology and social construction across several areas of social work practice, including emerging areas of practice. The book:
• Introduces the dominant political ideologies in the UK;
• Examines the impact of these ideological perspectives on different demographic groups;
• Explores emerging areas of growing political interest such as radicalisation;
• Employs case studies and examples from practice to aid student understanding.
Including helpful key points to guide reading at the beginning of each chapter, as well as exercises for seminars and further reading recommendations, this text will be an invaluable resource to all students in social work.
Contents
Introduction ‾ Sarah Pollock
Part 1: Political Ideologies in Context
Socialism ‾ Rich Moth
Liberalism ‾ Ian Cummins
Conservatism ‾ Ben Williams
Neoliberalism ‾ Ian Cummins
Feminism ‾ Lucy Mort
Part 2: Social and Political Contexts of Practice
Social Work with Adults ‾ Alex Withers and Sarah Pollock
Child Protection Social Work ‾ Kate Parkinson
Mental Health ‾ Rich Moth and Scott Massie
The Criminal Justice System ‾ Ian Cummins
PART 3: Emerging Themes and Issues
Insecurity ‾ Sarah Pollock
Migration and Asylum ‾ Philip Brown
Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation ‾ Donna Peach
Addiction ‾ Chris Yianni
Radicalisation ‾ Ian Cummins
Conclusion ‾ Kate Parkinson
