Social Work and Drug Use by Ian Paylor (English) Paperback Book

The Nile on eBay   Social Work and Drug Use by Ian Paylor, Fiona Measham, Hugh Asher

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.

FORMATPaperback LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description

"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, UKAlcohol 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 The service user's perspective; involving service users in services and interventions Recovery; networking, advocacy and empowerment The authors argue that in contrast to widely held concerns about the 'threat' represented by drug users, the aim of social work should be to restate the importance of listening to them, taking their concerns seriously, and challenging the discrimination they encounter. Social Work and Drug Use is key reading for social work students and those training in related areas such as youth justice, criminology, education welfare and youth work. Practitioners, academics and those undertaking post-qualifying training will also find it a valuable reference.

Notes

A comprehensive, practically orientated account of an increasingly important area of health care.

Author Biography

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.

Table of Contents

Introduction: The Challenge for Social WorkChapter 1: Prevalence, Patterns and PolicyChapter 2: Defining Drug UsersChapter 3: Stigma, HCV and HIVChapter 4: The Service User's PerspectiveChapter 5: Care and ControlChapter 6: RecoveryChapter 7: Involving Service Users in Services and InterventionsChapter 8: Networking, Advocacy and EmpowermentChapter 9: Meeting the ChallengeGlossaryContacts, Websites and Other Sources of InformationNotesReferencesIndex

Details ISBN0335234550 Author Hugh Asher Publisher Open University Press ISBN-10 0335234550 ISBN-13 9780335234554 Format Paperback Imprint Open University Press Place of Publication Milton Keynes Country of Publication United Kingdom Short Title SOCIAL WORK & DRUG USE Language English Media Book Pages 184 Series Open University Press Illustrations black & white illustrations DEWEY 361.3 UK Release Date 2012-04-16 Year 2012 Publication Date 2012-04-16 AU Release Date 2012-04-16 NZ Release Date 2012-04-16 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education We've got this

At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it.With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love!

TheNile_Item_ID:134117703;