This best-selling introduction to research methods provides students & researchers with unrivalled coverage of both quantitative & qualitative methods making it invaluable for anyone embarking on social research Bridging the gap between theory & practice Social Research Methods is packed full of engaging examples & practical tips to equip students with the tools & knowledge needed for them to complete their own research projects In addition to providing practical advice Bryman deftly explores the nature of social research & the wider issues impinging on it This book is supported by an Online Resource Centre which

Includes:: For Students A researcher's toolkit to take students step by step through the research process Multiple choice questions to help students test their knowledge & understanding A guide to using Excel in data analysis to help develop analytical skills For Lecturers A test bank of questions which can be customized to meet teaching needs Power Point slides for each chapter New seminar outlines including suggested activities & tasks New exam & course work questions to set in class

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Social Research Methods Qualitative & Quantitative Methods 7e is a highly regarded text that presents a comprehensive & balanced introduction to both qualitative & quantitative approaches to social research with an emphasis on the benefits of combining various approaches New this edition My Research Kit--Social Research Methods 7E can be packaged with this text at no additional cost (ISBN 0205751342) or purchased separately My Research Kit
Includes: Multiple-choice practice test questions Flashcards of key terms Short research exercises (previously in the workbook) Social Explorer census data from 1790
- present A Social Research in the News blog Writing tutorial covers documenting sources avoiding plagiarism & various kinds of writing assignments (literature reviews abstracts research proposals etc) My Search Lab a search engine for retrieving scholarly research articles from hundreds of academic journals

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Social Security For Dummies 2nd Edition (9781119293330) was previously published as Social Security For Dummies 2nd Edition (9781118967560) While this version features a new Dummies cover & design the content is the same as the prior release & should not be considered a new or updated product Praise for Social Security For Dummies " Social Security for Dummies is a must read for people of any age who want a comfortable retirement Jonathan Peterson does a great job of explaining this complicated system & helps you understand how to get the most from the benefits you've earned The difference between a smart claiming strategy & a dumb one can cost you hundreds of thousands of dollars so you'll want to invest in this book" Liz Weston personal finance columnist & author of The 10 Commandments of Money " This is your go-to book on Social Security Chock-full of useful tips easy to use & well organized it answers all your questions about Social Security" Steve Vernon author of Money for Life Turn Your IRA & 401 (k) Into a Lifetime Retirement Paycheck & CBS Money Watch commentator " Social Security for Dummies is indispensable for anyone who wants to get the best possible deal from Social Security & that means all of us young & old because everyone will need Social Security benefits in this era of disappearing pensions & dwindling savings Strategies for single people for married couples for survivors for divorced people You can find expert advice on all these subjects & more in this easy-to-understand guide to a very complex subject" Bob Rosenblatt editor of Helpwith Agingcom & Senior Fellow at the National Academy of Social Insurance About the book Take the mystery out of Social Security & maximize your benefits when you retire Social Security For Dummies is the definitive resource to navigating the often-complex world of Social Security retirement benefits & the US Social Security Administration If you're nearing retirement age or assisting someone who is this guide will show you how to avoid common pitfalls determine when you should claim your benefits & figure out how much you can expect to receive each month This newest edition provides updates to relevant dates & resources as well as an in-depth look at policy changes that will affect those about to retire Packed with information that will help you make decisions that will maximize your financial well-being this great resource makes it easy to understand everything you need to know quickly & easily Understand new Social Security Administration policies & what they mean for you Determine how to incorporate Social Security into your overall retirement plan Get answers to common questions Find resources to use when you're stumped With Social Security For Dummies you can take charge of your retirement & successfully navigate the US Social Security Administration ...

With 1 in 4 people experiencing a mental health problem in any given year mental health is a more important part of social work training than ever before & all successful social workers need to understand the core values skills & knowledge that underpin excellent practice in a modern mental health system Written as an accessible introduction to the complex issues around mental health this book has become a classic in its field Law & policy are clearly outlined while the authors give space to important ethical considerations when working with the most vulnerable in society There are clear links between policy legislation & real life practice as well as a wealth of learning features ...

This book examines key sociological theories that have contributed to the understanding of the nature of social work its organisation & delivery It provides key sociological concepts & theories to help student social workers better understand the nature of their work & the social & political context within which they will be working Taking a practical approach to social work & focusing on the application of theory the book also provides insightful discussions to important thinkers such as Douglas Beck & Furedi & how their ideas have direct relevance for understanding the risk averse nature of social work ...

This brilliantly systematic & comprehensive textbook provides an integrated approach to social work theory methods & skills as the bedrock of all social work practice ...

The second edition of this celebrated book by two of the world's leading researchers in social work introduces readers to the main theories theorists & perspectives that contribute to the debate on social work theory & social work methods It brings together some outstanding international researchers in social work to challenge the reader to critically question how they think about social work The new edition

Includes:: a focus on the psychosocial perspective with three new chapters on- Cognitive behavioural approaches- Attachment theory & psychoanalytic social work- Ecological approaches Each chapter allows the reader to relate the theories & methods discussed to their own personal experiences This reader friendly book

Includes:: student questions glossaries & recommended reading so that students & practitioners can reappraise & expand the knowledge they have learned This book will be valuable for undergraduate & postgraduate students taking courses in social work theory & research methods social work interventions & perspectives as well as post qualifying students & researchers in social work



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Social work students need to be able to link theory to their practice on placement The need to support students in this area often causes anxiety for practice educators & placement supervisors The first edition of this book was used widely by practice educators in supporting student learning in relation to theory & practice It was so popular that many students started to use the book themselves
- in response we published another book written specifically for students Theory & Practice A Straightforward Guide for Social Work Students This all new edition of Social Work Theory still begins by introducing the concept of theory & practice reminding practice educators & supervisors about the ways in which they use & apply theory every day in some aspect of their practice Ideas are given on exercises to assist students in developing their own understanding of the use of theory in their practice Subsequent sections briefly outline some of the key social work theories & models which will apply to any practice learning environment Suggestions for further reading are provided throughout the text as are ideas for exercises to use with students This second edition sees the inclusion of some newer theories & models such as the Mc Donaldization of social work All the chapters have been reviewed & updated & more recent thinking on the theories & models is included Siobhan Maclean has been a practice educator since 1992 She has worked with more than 200 students since then mostly as an independent off site practice educator Siobhan continues to learn from students every day Rob Harrison has worked in several voluntary sector settings since 1996 He completed his Practice Teaching Award in 2007 & has enjoyed working with several social work students as an on site practice educator & supervisor
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For more than a decade teachers & practitioners have turned to Frederic G Reamer's Social Work Values & Ethics for its comprehensive introduction to ethical decision making & practical guidance regarding professional misconduct This new edition incorporates the legal & technological realities now facing individuals in the field featuring a discussion of the ethical issues that arise from practitioner use of online services & social networking sites as well as an overview of ethical standards that protect confidential information transmitted electronically Reamer also adds a discussion on potential conflicts between ethical standards & legal guidelines & a section defining statutory law regulatory law case law & constitutional law He expands his coverage of boundary issues & dual relationships &

Includes:: new material exploring the complexities of practitioner self-disclosure & the challenges of living & working within small & rural communities Revised content & case materials include an investigation into the ethics of practitioner engagement with social justice & advocacy as well as updates to the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics Reamer compares NASW's ethics to those of other human service professions & he pursues an in-depth analysis of the relevance of cultural difference to ethical dilemmas & decision making

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Social work is an international profession & is increasingly having to respond to the needs of displaced people & those impacted by immigration control systems This book will be a vital resource for service providers students & academics specifically those who provide services to people whose lives are impacted by borders ...