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About this product
Product Identifiers
PublisherCengage Learning
ISBN-101305943244
ISBN-139781305943247
eBay Product ID (ePID)236978386
Product Key Features
Number of Pages576 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameEmpowerment Series: Foundations of Social Policy : Social Justice in Human Perspective
Publication Year2017
SubjectSocial Work, General, Teaching Methods & Materials / Arts & Humanities
FeaturesRevised
TypeTextbook
AuthorAmanda S. Barusch
Subject AreaSocial Science, Education
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height10.1 in
Item Weight45.6 Oz
Item Length1.2 in
Item Width8.2 in
Additional Product Features
Edition Number6
Intended AudienceCollege Audience
LCCN2016-963459
Dewey Edition23
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal361.610973
Table Of ContentPreface.Part I: POLICY ANALYSIS: FRAMEWORKS AND TOOLS.1. Social Justice and Social Workers.2. The Government's Role.3. Policy Analysis and Policy Practice.Part II: COLLECTIVE RESPONSES TO SOCIAL PROBLEMS.4. The Social Security Act. 5. Poverty and Inequality.6. Health. 7. Mental Illness.8. Disability.9. Crime and Criminal JusticePart III: VULNERABLE POPULATIONS: DISCRIMINATION AND OPPRESSION.10. People of Color.11. Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Trans Individuals.12. Children.13. Women.13. Older Adults.14. Working Americans.Conclusion.
Edition DescriptionRevised edition
SynopsisReflecting the idea that social justice is a primary mission of the social work profession, this text provides a thorough grounding in policy analysis -- with coverage of policy practice and a unique emphasis on the human dilemmas inherent in the pursuit of social justice. Aligned with current standards and core competencies, FOUNDATIONS OF SOCIAL POLICY, 6th Edition introduces you to philosophical perspectives on what constitutes social justice, and identifies values and assumptions reflected in contemporary policy debates. Students have said they like how this book deepens their understanding of current developments, including topics straight from the headlines. The book also introduces you to people whose lives are influenced by U.S. policies, as well as to those who have shaped the policies.