| Description |
xviii, 493 p. ; 26 cm. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (p. 431-480) and index. |
| Contents |
An introduction to social problems, social welfare organizations, and the profession of social work -- A brief history of social work -- The social work process -- Professional social work practice -- The economically and socially disadvantaged -- Children in difficulty -- The education system in America and the role of school social workers -- Troubled families -- Problems in the workplace -- Problems of youth crime and violence -- The graying of America -- Serious emotional problems and mental illness -- Health problems, disabilities, death and dying, and access to care -- A society with serious substance abuse problems -- Immigration -- Natural disasters, terrorism, and random violence -- International social problems -- Medical, social, and emotional problems in the military -- The problems faced by diverse populations -- The role of social work and social welfare organizations in developing healthy community life -- The impact of religion and spirituality on the social and emotional lives of Americans -- Achieving social justice through organizational change -- Potential social problems in the 21st century and the future directions for social welfare and social work. |
| Subject |
Social service.
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Social problems.
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People with social disabilities -- Services for.
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United States -- Social conditions -- 21st century.
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| Added Title |
Social work in the twenty-first century |
| ISBN |
1412913160 (cloth) |
| Standard No. |
9781412913164 |
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YDXCP 2391531 |
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