Social Work

An essential book to support students from diverse backgrounds as they embark on a Master’s degree in social work.

This is the story of an anti-racist campaign staged by social workers and allied health professionals which encourages readers to consider their own possibilities for anti-racist action.

Principal Social Workers, from both adults' and children's services, talk about key areas of their practice.

Richard Keegan-Bull, through his own words, provides a unique opportunity for us to understand better what it is like to live as a man with a learning disability.

A treat for the mind, body and spirit for anyone who values their health and well-being.

Over 30 guided relaxation scripts to quieten the mind, release tension and create peace.

A personal account of Foster to Adopt drawing on a range of experiences of the highs and lows of adopting babies and small children.    

A Newly Qualified Social Worker’s experience, reflections and gentle advice on the training process and early years of a Social Work career.

This book explains the unique insights that child observation can bring to practice with children and families and helps the reader develop their own skills in this approach.

 A history of critical psychiatry that also acts as a call for a new approach to mental health services.

A practical guide to the SEND CoP for trainees, teachers and other health and social care professionals working with children and young people who present with special educational needs or disability. 

A book that brings up to date theory and understanding of child development in the early years into the workplace.

Social workers and health professionals are often placed in situations where they are verbally or physically threatened by service users and others. This book will help them recognise potential risk in situations, when to avoid involvement, and how best to manage the risks.