Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare or Statistical Thinking for Managers

Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare

Author: Charles Zastrow

Comprehensive and modern, this new edition of Charles Zastrow's Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare, Seventh Edition is in step with the current state of social work in contemporary society. The issues that affect people in need are presented in the context of the values, ethics, and knowledge base of today's professional social worker. The book's up-to-date coverage and its social problems approach, along with Zastrow's easy-reading style, make it an enduring favorite in preparing students for the rewards and the challenges of the real world of social work.
The Seventh Edition has been completely updated, and now features international perspectives as well as many new discussions of key trends in the field. Just some of the topics Zastrow covers include: Generalist Practice, Spirituality, The strengths perspective, Managed care, Child molestation, rape, and incest, Diversity, The criminal justice system, populations at risk, Ethnic-sensitive social work practice, Proposed welfare alternatives, Institutional racism, Depression in the Elderly, and The population crisis and the future.
Using a social problems approach, the book presents useful tools for social work intervention that readers can use in helping to facilitate positive changes. As students come face to face with the harsh realities of today's social problems, they become familiar with the social services and programs they'll encounter in helping people overcome their troubles. As they learn more about the shortcomings and benefits of the social services, they begin to think critically about new ways to solve problems.

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A textbook designed to stimulate undergraduate students' interest in social work and provide an idea of what working in the field is like. After a historical overview of the field's development, chapters on problems addressed by social services show how people are affected by poverty, drug abuse, physical and mental disabilities, racism, and sexism. Contains chapter summaries, b&w photos, and case examples. Topics new to the latest edition include health care and welfare reform, codependency, and illegal-immigrant issues. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Table of Contents:

Pt. I	Introduction: Social Welfare and Social Work	1
Ch. 1	Social Welfare: Its Business, History, and Future	3
Ch. 2	Social Work as a Profession and a Career	44
Pt. II	Social Problems and Social Services	67
Ch. 3	Poverty and Public Welfare	69
Ch. 4	Emotional Problems and Counseling	103
Ch. 5	Family Problems and Services to Families	140
Ch. 6	Sexual Orientation, Sex Variances, and Sex Therapy	178
Ch. 7	Drug Abuse and Drug Treatment Programs	229
Ch. 8	Crime, Juvenile Delinquency, and Correctional Services	269
Ch. 9	Problems in Education and School Social Work	316
Ch. 10	Work-Related Problems and Social Work in the Workplace	344
Ch. 11	Racism, Ethnocentrism, and Strategies for Advancing Social and Economic Justice	374
Ch. 12	Sexism and Efforts for Achieving Equality	410
Ch. 13	Aging and Gerontological Services	442
Ch. 14	Medical Problems and Medical Social Services	476
Ch. 15	Physical and Mental Disabilities and Rehabilitation	511
Ch. 16	Overpopulation, Misuse of the Environment, and Family Planning	538
Pt. III	Social Work Practice	577
Ch. 17	Generalist Social Work Practice	579
	Appendix A The NASW Code of Ethics	632
	Appendix B Canadian Association of Social Workers' Code of Ethics	638
	Photo Credits	648
	Index	650

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Statistical Thinking for Managers

Author: David K Hildebrand

Focusing on the analysis of data using modern statistical and spreadsheet software, Hildebrand and Ott emphasize making sense of data and discuss not only how a statistical method is applied, but why and why not. Throughout the book, the authors integrate computer use into the development of statistical concepts, emphasizing the value of looking at data to make sure the right questions are being asked. The real-life applications and examples throughout challenge students to think like managers. The case that concludes every chapter asks students to deal with a relatively unstructured situation and to explain the statistical reasoning in nontechnical language. Modern statistical methods, including resampling and bootstrapping are included. In addition, the authors emphasize quality control and improvement throughout the book and include three full chapters on regression and correlation methods.