Human growth and development: An introduction for social workers

Sudbery, J

Abstract

'This is a much welcome book providing an engaging, informative and accessible introduction to human growth and development for social workers...(It) will undoubtedly be invaluable reading for social work students, a learning companion during social work training and an interesting and enjoyable read for those already in practice.' - Gabriela Misca, Keele University, UK

'The book skilfully instructs and interacts with the reader. It presents information in a way that will appeal to learners at different stages offering both introductory and in-depth levels of knowledge. These unique features make this book an indispensable text for student social workers in learning and practice environments.' - Nora Duckett, London Metropolitan University,UK

'John Sudbury has provided a human growth and development textbook full of interest. Written specifically for social work, readers will be able to engage with it at various levels - from the personal impact of narratives, case studies and reflective questions, to the more in depth academic content in outlines of key theoretical issues.' - Ruben Martin, University of Kent, UK

'The author’s interest in psychosocial perspectives and his rich experience as practitioner, manager and academic social worker/researcher ensure the quality and rigor of this text.' - Clare Parkinson, Senior Lecturer, University of East London, UK

• Book Type: Authored Book
• Publication Date: Nov 1, 2009
• Deposit Date: Feb 24, 2010
• Publisher: Routledge
• Series Title: Student Social Work
• ISBN: 0415439949-(hbk)/-0415439957-(pbk)/-0203871944-(ebk)
• Publisher URL: http://www.routledge.com/books/Human-Growth-and-Development-isbn9780415439954
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• Additional Information: References : approx 500 references