Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare [Paperback] 10e by ZASTROW

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Brand New

ISBN-13 : 9780495809968
ISBN-10 : 0495809969
Paperback : 640 pages
Product dimensions : 20.2 x 2.2 x 25.4 cm
Publisher : Brooks Cole; 10th edition (2 Sept. 2009)
Language: : English

 

Description

Delivering a comprehensive overview of the profession, Zastrow's bestselling Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare: Empowering People, International Edition looks at contemporary society with a realistic view of social problems. By presenting positive strategies in the context of the core values, ethics, skills, and knowledge base of today's professional social worker, Zastrow encourages readers to think about new and realistic ways to solve problems and empower clients. Throughout the book, practical social problems cases, exhibits, and tables help the reader apply chapter concepts to real-world situations, as well as compare and contrast the issues. Completely up to date, the Tenth Edition includes new coverage of human rights, the housing crisis and recession, President Obama's social welfare agenda, and much more.