Social services & welfare, criminology
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Social services & welfare, criminology
Paperback. This comprehensive textbook helps social workers understand and meet the needs of lesbian, gay, and bisexual people. It outlines approaches to a range of everyday problems associated with oppression, family acceptance, shame, identity development, HIV disease, addiction, and more. Series: Foundations of Social Work Knowledge Series. Num Pages: 476 pages, Illustrations, map. BIC Classification: JFSK; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 224 x 152 x 27. Weight in Grams: 681.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 476
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231103237
- ISBN
- 9780231103237
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 73.17
€ 73.17
Paperback. Gil sounds the call to embrace the core values of radical social work: equality, liberty, cooperation, and affirmation of community in pursuit of individual and social development. Series: Foundations of Social Work Knowledge Series. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN; JPVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 210 x 140 x 12. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231106733
- ISBN
- 9780231106733
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 52.54
€ 52.54
This introductory textbook on research methods in social work places emphasis on research as a natural corollary to practice. The text takes readers step-by-step through the process of developing a practical agenda for such projects. Num Pages: 446 pages, 2 halftones, 0 color illus., 3 line drawings, 4 tables. BIC Classification: JHBC; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 248 x 165 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1271.
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Edition
- 3 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 446
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231108126
- ISBN
- 9780231108126
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 104.79
€ 104.79
Num Pages: 496 pages, 7 line drawings, 14 tables. BIC Classification: JKSN1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 32. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 496
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231110020
- ISBN
- 9780231110020
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 183.33
€ 183.33
This book includes critical information regarding the systems and organizations in which social workers practice; the nature of the relationship between social workers and clients/consumers/communities; planning, contracting, and strategizing functions; intervention techniques using advocacy, brief work, case management, and group work; and evaluation. Series: Foundations of Social Work Knowledge Series. Num Pages: 455 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN; LNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 163 x 30. Weight in Grams: 726.
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 455
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231110365
- ISBN
- 9780231110365
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 121.20
€ 121.20
Paperback. In addition to specific guidelines for care and for approaching such sensitive topics as sexual behavior, substance abuse, and suicide, this book also includes the first guidelines (clinical care protocols) on primary care, mental health care, HIV medical and psychosocial care for lesbian and gay youth, and HIV counseling and testing for adolescents. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: JFSK; JFSP1; JFSP2; JKSB1; JKSN2; MBN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 157 x 10. Weight in Grams: 272.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231111911
- ISBN
- 9780231111911
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 53.97
€ 53.97
Balancing Family-Centered Services and Child Well-Being
. Ed(S): Walton, Elaine; Sandau-Beckler, Patr...
Paperback. With contributions ranging from academic and professional theorists and policy developers to independent social workers, this book explores the development of family-centred services, the processes by which they are implemented, problems in the field, and prospects for the future. Editor(s): Walton, Elaine; Sandau-Beckler, Patricia; Mannes, Marc. Num Pages: 488 pages, 6 line cuts. BIC Classification: JHBK; JKSB; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 220 x 162 x 20. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 488
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231112833
- ISBN
- 9780231112833
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 66.21
€ 66.21
Paperback. Demonstrates that many of the consequences that social workers must face are made more difficult by the dominance of a market discourse that excludes a social justice framework. This book includes subjects such as constructing community support, aging and caregiving in culturally diverse families, and changing demographics of widowhood. Editor(s): Neysmith, Sheila M. Num Pages: 288 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KB; JKSG; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 152 x 14. Weight in Grams: 363.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231113397
- ISBN
- 9780231113397
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 50.63
€ 50.63
The Almighty Latin King and Queen Nation. Street Politics and the Tran...
Brotherton, David C.; Barrios, Luis
How a notorious street gang became a social organization providing leadership to New York City's Latino/a youths. Num Pages: 464 pages, 10 illus. BIC Classification: 1KBBEY; JFSP2; JKVM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 165 x 25. Weight in Grams: 817.
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 464
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231114189
- ISBN
- 9780231114189
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 147.81
€ 147.81
The Almighty Latin King and Queen Nation. Street Politics and the Tran...
Brotherton, David C.; Barrios, Luis
Paperback. How a notorious street gang became a social organization providing leadership to New York City's Latino/a youths. Num Pages: 464 pages, 10 illus. BIC Classification: 1KBBEY; JFSP2; JKVM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 181 x 23. Weight in Grams: 726.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 464
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231114196
- ISBN
- 9780231114196
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 51.19
€ 51.19
Paperback. Historically, there have been two main approaches to the proper role and function of science in social work. This work presents a balanced appraisal, demonstrating how the fruits of scientific research can aid clinical practice. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN; PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 15. Weight in Grams: 402.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231118255
- ISBN
- 9780231118255
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 49.70
€ 49.70
Paperback. This book focuses on the externally driven difficulties of service workers and agencies in shaping services-such as the consequences of recent conservative social policies on agency life and the way in which the present political environment influences services through privatization. Num Pages: 289 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBBEY; GTB; JFSG; JKSB; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 217 x 173 x 21. Weight in Grams: 499.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 289
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231119313
- ISBN
- 9780231119313
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 54.01
€ 54.01
Charles Abrams-influential intellectual, ardent civil rights crusader, and fierce critic of Robert Moses-was one of the twentieth century's most intriguing and engaging reformers. This life-and-times biography traces a vivid portrait of this fascinating individual. Series: The Columbia History of Urban Life. Num Pages: 350 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGH; HBJK; HBLW; JKSB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 180 x 29. Weight in Grams: 681.
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 350
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231119504
- ISBN
- 9780231119504
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 96.82
€ 96.82
Paperback. Through discussions of various theories of grief, narratives of the bereaved obtained in interviews with 22 men and women, case study analysis, and chapter summaries, this text integrates the literature about and the bereavement experiences of partners in varying types of relationships. Num Pages: 304 pages, 0. BIC Classification: JKSN; VFJX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231119696
- ISBN
- 9780231119696
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 53.57
€ 53.57
Paperback. In cities across the US, grass-roots organizations are working to revitalize popular participation in disenfranchised communities by bringing ordinary people into public life. This book examines the techniques used to achieve these goals. Num Pages: 296 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JHBA; JKS; JPHV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 211 x 148 x 17. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231126731
- ISBN
- 9780231126731
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 49.84
€ 49.84
Sexual Orientation and Gender Expression in Social Work Practice
Morrow, Deana F.; Messinger, Lori. Ed(S): Mor...
Paperback. Editor(s): Morrow, Deana F.; Messinger, Lori. Num Pages: 532 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSK; JKS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 32. Weight in Grams: 734.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 532
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231127295
- ISBN
- 9780231127295
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 73.61
€ 73.61
Paperback. One volume text that integrates all of the principal theoretical arguments, issues, and empirical realities that pertain to case management and its diversity across countries, disciplines, fields of practice, professions, and client populations. Num Pages: 254 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKS; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 19. Weight in Grams: 317.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 254
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231129718
- ISBN
- 9780231129718
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 48.51
€ 48.51
What circumstances lead someone to commit murder, rape, or acts of child molestation? Why does society have such a deep-seated wish for vengeance against perpetrators of heinous crimes? This book offers innovative perspectives on the difficult issues concerning a civilized society's response to offenders guilty of heinous crimes. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: JKV; LNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 237 x 164 x 21. Weight in Grams: 635.
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231131889
- ISBN
- 9780231131889
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 143.48
€ 143.48
Written for social workers by a social worker, Mental Disorders, Medications, and Clinical Social Work discusses the etiology, epidemiology, assessment, and intervention planning for common mental disorders. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: JKSM; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 162 x 242 x 22. Weight in Grams: 586.
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Edition
- 3 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231135160
- ISBN
- 9780231135160
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 108.17
€ 108.17
Hardback. Num Pages: 432 pages, 2 recorded music items. BIC Classification: JFFG; JFFH; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Edition
- 5 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 432
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231135801
- ISBN
- 9780231135801
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 186.17
€ 186.17