Social Work Practice and Intellectual Disability: Working to Support Change

Bigby, Christine/ Frawley, Patsie/ Frawley, Patsy/ Campling, Jo (Editor)

ISBN 10: 0230521665 / ISBN 13: 9780230521667

Published by Palgrave Macmillan, 2009

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224 pages. 8.43x5.20x0.55 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Social Work Practice and Intellectual Disability: Working to Support Change
• Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0230521665
• ISBN 13: 9780230521667
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.32 kilograms

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Synopsis

A concise introduction to the knowledge, values and skills required for effective practice in the field of intellectual disability, this book covers the key topics including changing definitions, core tasks in working with clients and the values of participation and inclusion. Illustrated with numerous case studies, it is an essential resource.

About the Author

CHRISTINE BIGBY is Professor in the School of Social Work and Social Policy, La Trobe University, Australia. She qualified in the UK and then worked in intellectual disability services in Australia. Since 1996 she has been researching policy issues and the practice of working with people with intellectual disabilities. She is the Editor of Australian Social Work, the author of three previous books and numerous journal articles and book chapters.

PATSIE FRAWLEY has a PhD from the School of Social Work and Social Policy at La Trobe University, Australia. Patsie trained as a teacher and has worked extensively in the field of intellectual disability as a researcher, educator, policy advisor and self advocate supporter.