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Applying Strengths-Based Approaches in Social Work (2023)
Book
Edwards, D., & Parkinson, K. (Eds.). (2023). Applying Strengths-Based Approaches in Social Work. Bristol: Policy Press

This textbook offers students and practitioners an accessible introduction to strengths-based approaches in Social Work and Social Care practice. Covering the theory and research in support of these approaches, and packed full of case studies, the bo... Read More about Applying Strengths-Based Approaches in Social Work.

Family Group Conferences in Social Work: Involving Families in Social Care Decision Making (2018)
Book
Edwards, D., & Parkinson, K. (Eds.). (2018). Family Group Conferences in Social Work: Involving Families in Social Care Decision Making. Bristol: Policy Press

Family group conferences (FGCs) are a strengths-based approach to social work practice, empowering families to take responsibility for decision-making. It is a cost-effective service, which is currently used by the majority of local authorities. T... Read More about Family Group Conferences in Social Work: Involving Families in Social Care Decision Making.