Martin Davies brings together contributors from a range of universities and practice backgrounds to provide incisive perspectives on this complex field. One half of a unique duet of texts, this book explores the issues within policy, law, theory and research, which will define practice for the next generation of adult social workers.

This tightly-structured text covers all the different aspects of social work knowledge students need in order to develop effective practice for working with children and families. Exploring the strands of policy, the law, theory, research and practice, Social Work with Children and Families offers an incisive and coherent overview of a complex area of practice. Edited by Martin Davies, a leading authority on social work in the UK, this book brings together contributors from a range of universities and practice backgrounds, offering a rigorously systematic survey of this vital...