Moving away from the usual medical-modeled framework of mental health focused on problems, this title takes a postmodern, social construction approach, looking for and amplifying strengths and encouraging stakeholders to use them.

Built on a foundation of nearly 1,200 references, this is a highly readable text that shows how organizational theory and behaviour can be applied to improve the operations, leadership, and management of law enforcement in the US.

This comprehensive textbook engages in the essential discussion of what professional leadership means in the context of contemporary social work and why this is considered to be important for the future of the profession.

A comprehensive introduction to green criminology, this book includes a discussion of the relationship between mainstream criminal justice and green crimes. Focused on environmental harm within the context of criminal justice, it takes a global perspective and introduces students to different theoretical perspectives in green criminology.

"Provides an important step in the ongoing evolution of generalist practice in social work. It continues a rich tradition [that] challenges the profession to become more and more explicit about the revolutionary aspect of practice" - Christian Itin, Metropolitan State University of Denver

This guide serves as a foundational text to creating and leading groups. Designed primarily for the beginning group worker from any of the helping professions, the book also acts as a valuable resource for those with more group experience.

Clearly and lucidly written, this book offers broad coverage of theoretical debates, using case studies from the author's own extensive research to bring the various theories alive. With a sociological approach throughout, it provides up-to-date coverage of key topics including gender and violence, collective violence and media and violence.

This core and interdisciplinary text aims to provide a broad understanding of the problem of modern trafficking. It will provide an explication of the history of slavery critical to understanding the relationships between past and present forms of trafficking; it also provides contemporary perspectives and theoretical frameworks for the study of modern human trafficking.

"Arguably, the complete package. A very good overview of topics and additional learning opportunities together with research articles all in one place. This book is a ‘one-stop shop.’" —Stuart Agnew, University of Suffolk Criminological Theory: A Text/Reader, Third Edition helps students understand criminological theory, with each authored section of the text enhanced by empirical research articles that put theory into context. Key criminological theories are introduced and followed by...

Accessible and hands on guidebook for social work students on how to navigate through their placement. Packed with case studies and activities. Â