Social Work and Drug Use

Paylor, Ian / Measham, Fiona / Asher, Hugh

ISBN 10: 0335234550 / ISBN 13: 9780335234554

Edité par New York, McGraw- Hill Open University Press, 2012

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VIII, 171 pages.

N° de réf. du vendeur 2015-007423

Détails bibliographiques

• Titre: Social Work and Drug Use
• Éditeur: New York, McGraw- Hill Open University Press
• Date de parution: 2012
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN à 10 chiffres: 0335234550
• ISBN à 13 chiffres: 9780335234554
• Reliure: Softcover
• Édition: 1. Auflage.
• État de l'article: Wie neu
• État de la jaquette: Ohne Schutzumschlag

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Synopsis

""This is the most important book on illicit drug use and social work to be published for a long time ... Whilst it may inspire some to become "drug specialists" it's most important purpose is in dealing with drug issues which are apparent in all social work settings. Just as importantly this book should be read by those responsible for redesigning social work and social work education in order that substance use forms part of the curriculum."
Ken Barrie, Alcohol and Drug Studies, University of West Scotland, UK

"This comprehensive, well written book will be essential reading for social work students and practitioners who need a clear, useful and relevant overview of the issues involved in working constructively with drug using service users. Its emphasis on working in partnership, while also attending to issues of risk and vulnerability, is realistic and practical, and being resolutely 'social' in its outlook, the book will appeal to and inspire novice and experienced practitioners alike."
Dr Mark Hardy, Department of Social Policy and Social Work, University of York, UK"

Alcohol and drug use are cross-cutting issues in all areas of social work practice and social workers need to know how to identify, assess, engage and support their substance-using clients effectively. This book provides a comprehensive and practical account of this important area of health and social care and provides a basis for social workers to develop a rounded approach to their practice with drug and alcohol users.

The book unravels the relevant theory and research and provides insights and practical pointers for those working with drug users. Key topics covered include: Prevalence, patterns and policy and defining drug users Stigma, HCV and HIV; care and control

À propos de l?auteur

Ian Paylor is Senior Lecturer in the Department of Applied Social Science at Lancaster University, UK. He currently teaches the course Social Work and Drug Use to Undergraduate and Postgraduate social work students.

Fiona Measham is Senior Lecturer in Criminology in the Department of Applied Social Science at Lancaster University, UK and is a member of the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs and the Independent Scientific Committee on Drugs.

Hugh Asher is undertaking a PhD in Applied Social Science at Lancaster University, UK and is a researcher for the Lifeline Project Ltd.