Assessing Children at Risk
Palgrave Macmillan (Publisher)
Published on 31. March 1995
Book
Hardback
160 pages
978-0-333-60002-3 (ISBN)
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Description
This is a guide for social workers involved in assessments of families where child abuse has occurred or is suspected. It provides a detailed account of each stage of the assessment process and case examples which demonstrate the practical application of the methods expounded. The book examines theories for the interpretation of the information collected and the criteria for decision-making and action. Issues of anti-discriminatory practice are addressed as central components of the work.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Basingstoke
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 138 mm
ISBN-13
978-0-333-60002-3 (9780333600023)
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Author
manager, Child Protection and Reviewing Unit, Sandwell Social Services Department
Consultant Psychologist, Team Healthcare, Knowle
Manager, Trinity Road Child Protection Project, Birmingham Social Services Department
Content
PART 1: SETTING THE SCENE - Defining the Need for Risk Assessment: Lessons from Inquiries - Constructing a Framework for Risk Assessment - Clarifying Objectives - PART 2: THE CHILD'S VOICE - Direct Work with Children - Family Observations - PART 3: PARENTAL INTERVIEWS - Initial Sessions - Context of the Abuse - Parents' Relationship: As Parents and Partners - PART 4: ANALYSING AND COMMUNICATING THE RISK - Decision-Making - Effective Presentation of Finding