Readings in Evidence-Based Social Work
Syntheses of the Intervention Knowledge Base
Bruce A Thyer editor Michael G Vaughn editor Matthew Owen Howard editor
Format:Paperback
Publisher:SAGE Publications Inc
Published:14th Jan '09
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Exposing readers to "what works" across a wide range of practice domains, Readings in Evidence-Based Social Work meets a growing need within schools of social work to incorporate the latest research on evidence-based practice into the curriculum. This one-of-a-kind reader synthesizes current knowledge, adds editorial commentary and questions, and presents state-of-the-art material to help students better understand which social work interventions work and why.
Key Features:
- Uses systematic reviews to evaluate studies that test the effectiveness of evidence-based interventions
- Offers a three-part organization that focuses on the major practice domains of children and families, at-risk youth, and mental health and well-being
- Provides an overview of the techniques of meta-analysis and systematic review
- Includes original commentary and discussion questions before each major section and concludes each section with important practice points
- Discusses barriers to evidence-based social work practice, as well as directions for future work
ISBN: 9781412963244
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 590g
344 pages