Child protection : an introduction
Beckett, Chris
Child protection : an introduction Beckett, Chris - London SAGE Publications 2003 - 258 p.
Offers an introduction to child protection work. Aimed at social workers and the whole range of professionals who follow up concerns about the abuse and neglect of children. Part One - outlines the job of a child protection social worker and explains what this work entails and the demands made on social workers. Part Two - looks at the different ways in which children can be abused and neglected and considers the indicators and warning signs as well as the long-term consequences. Part Three - Considers the causes of abuse and neglect. What leads adults to mistreat their children or fail to provide the care and protection they need? Part Four - Explores some of the difficulties and dilemmas involved in child protection social work.
0761949569
CHILD PROTECTION
CHILD WELFARE
CHILD ABUSE
362.76 CHI
Child protection : an introduction Beckett, Chris - London SAGE Publications 2003 - 258 p.
Offers an introduction to child protection work. Aimed at social workers and the whole range of professionals who follow up concerns about the abuse and neglect of children. Part One - outlines the job of a child protection social worker and explains what this work entails and the demands made on social workers. Part Two - looks at the different ways in which children can be abused and neglected and considers the indicators and warning signs as well as the long-term consequences. Part Three - Considers the causes of abuse and neglect. What leads adults to mistreat their children or fail to provide the care and protection they need? Part Four - Explores some of the difficulties and dilemmas involved in child protection social work.
0761949569
CHILD PROTECTION
CHILD WELFARE
CHILD ABUSE
362.76 CHI