It has always been recognised that the practice of social work raises ethical questions and dilemmas. Recently, however, traditional ways of addressing ethical issues in social work have come to seem inadequate, as a result of developments both in philosophy and in social work theory and practice. This collection of thought-provoking essays explores the ethics of social work practice on the light of these changes. Ethical Issues in Social Work provides up to date critical analyses of the ethical implications of new legislation in community care and criminal justice, and of trends...
It has always been recognised that the practice of social work raises ethical questions and dilemmas. Recently, however, traditional ways of addressin...
It has always been recognised that the practice of social work raises ethical questions and dilemmas. Recently, however, traditional ways of addressing ethical issues in social work have come to seem inadequate, as a result of developments both in philosophy and in social work theory and practice. This collection of thought-provoking essays explores the ethics of social work practice on the light of these changes. Ethical Issues in Social Work provides up to date critical analyses of the ethical implications of new legislation in community care and criminal justice, and of trends...
It has always been recognised that the practice of social work raises ethical questions and dilemmas. Recently, however, traditional ways of addressin...
This clear and persuasive book examines recent developments in ethics and applies these to the practice and organization of the caring professions. Its original approach focuses on what kind of ethical theory might be helpful for professional ethics, and explores debates from the perspectives of liberalism, feminism, ecology, postmodernism and constructivism. With ideas accessibly explained and implications explored using illustrative examples from practice contexts, it is essential reading for students and professionals.
This clear and persuasive book examines recent developments in ethics and applies these to the practice and organization of the caring professions. It...
As the population of all European countries ages rapidly, understanding the phenomenon of ageing and social responses to old age has become a vital contemporary issue. The diverse ways in which old age is seen across Europe are compared and different forms of care for the needs of older people are examined. With the demise of large institutions, and increasing demands on families and on domiciliary care, the question of inter-generational relations is seen as a key element in the future of old age. It is argued that much is to be learned from cross-national comparisons in developing social...
As the population of all European countries ages rapidly, understanding the phenomenon of ageing and social responses to old age has become a vital co...
This text examines the ways in which questions of culture and diversity impact on the values and ethics of social work. Using case studies to illustrate key points for practice, Hugman discusses how social workers can develop culturally-competent ethical practice and work creatively with the tensions it involves. Culture, Values and Ethics in Social Work is essential reading for all social work students and academics.
This text examines the ways in which questions of culture and diversity impact on the values and ethics of social work. Using case studies to illustra...
Social work has always been concerned with the development of society as the basis for achieving the well-being of individuals, families and communities. Interest in this important aspect of social work is now seeing a resurgence, not only in the 'developing countries' of the global South, but also in the global North. This innovative book provides an introduction to the area.
Using concrete examples taken from practice around the world, Social Development in Social Work address questions such as:
How should social development be understood as a core...
Social work has always been concerned with the development of society as the basis for achieving the well-being of individuals, families and commun...
Ethics and values, the cornerstone of good social work practice, are vital in upholding the dignity of service users. Written by a group of global experts, this book addresses questions such as, 'How can the ethical demands of the values of human rights, social justice and professional integrity be understood for contemporary social work practice?'
Ethics and values, the cornerstone of good social work practice, are vital in upholding the dignity of service users. Written by a group of global ...
