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Child Protection
An Introduction

Second Edition


April 2007 | 240 pages | SAGE Publications Ltd
Praise for the First Edition:

`All readers will be drawn to the style of the book as well as its content. The structure will make sure that it is not just a "one-off", being read as part of a course of study, but a book which is used frequently as a source of reference' - Child Abuse Review

The Second Edition of this best-selling textbook provides students and practitioners with a broad introduction to, and critical analysis of, the complex issues involved in child protection work. Beckett unpacks these complexities in a clear and engaging way, all the time encouraging reflection and debate through such features as case examples and interactive exercises.

The book is fully comprehensive, considering key topics such as: the consequences for children of abuse and neglect; the reasons why some adults abuse and neglect children; the personal challenges involved in doing child protection work; and the organizational framework within which child protection work takes place. Other key features of this thoroughly revised Second Edition include:

" Fully updated content: the book has been revised to incorporate new literature, research, legal and policy developments, including the recent Working Together guidelines

" Two new chapters: these comprise a chapter on domestic violence in families, and a chapter on bringing about change

" Interprofessional appeal: the author addresses all the professionals involved in child protection work, ensuring relevance across a range of disciplines and professions.

The new edition of this highly successful textbook will be required reading for students studying social work and allied subjects, and an essential resource for all professionals involved in child protection work.

Chris Beckett is based at the Division of Social Work and Social Policy, Anglia Ruskin University. He is the author of three best-selling SAGE textbooks: Human Growth and Development; Values and Ethics in Social Work (with Andrew Maynard); Essential Theory for Social Work Practice.

 
PART ONE: CHILD PROTECTION WORK
 
Different Perspectives
 
The Multi-Agency System
 
Making Things Different
 
Personal and Professional
 
PART TWO: CHILD MALTREATMENT AND ITS CONSEQUENCES
 
Recognizing Child Abuse and Neglect
 
Disabled Children
 
Harm
 
PART THREE: CAUSES AND CONTEXTS
 
Origins of Abuse and Neglect
 
Parents with Substance Use and Other Mental-Health Problems
 
Parents with Learning Difficulties
 
Violent Homes
 
Poverty and Social Exclusion
 
PART FOUR: PROBLEMS AND DILEMMAS
 
Abusive Systems
 
Facing Reality

This book has all the necessary sections in relation to the provision of a good understanding of the child protection arena - acknowledges the importance of professionalism in analysing risk and exploring evidence-based practice.

Mrs Toni Benaton
Britannia Mill Campus, Derby University
June 5, 2019

Clear descriptions of all areas of child protection with activities within it. Essential reading for all students working with children.

Mrs Yolande Leech
Dept of Early Years, Accrington & Rossendale College
August 15, 2013

An excellent book that I would encourage my students to read to help them with thier safeguarding module

Mrs Maria Johnson
Community Learning Service, North East Lincolnshire Council
December 19, 2012

A very useful and infromative text, with useful activities to incorporate into and stimulate discussion.

Ms Gillian Mills
Education and Applied Social Science, Stockport College
March 6, 2012

Accessible and easy to use for specific reference points and also to reflect on each chapter as a clear area of concern.
Good cross-referencing to other well-established texts, alongside current and thought-provoking examples from the practice context

Mrs Marie Ramsden
Department of Social Work, Hull University
August 19, 2011

I found this book a useful addition to safeguarding children education programmes. I particulary liked the concept of 'poverty and social exclusion' and also the chapter on domestic abuse and its' effects on children. The use of exercises based on practice is a really good addition to teaching this difficult area

Mrs Sally Freeman
Faculty of Health & Wellbeing, Sheffield Hallam University
July 20, 2011

A highly useful introductory text on this important area of social work practice.

Dr Helen Hingley-Jones
School of Health and Social Sciences, Middlesex University
June 13, 2011

An excellent introduction to Child Protection. Case studies provide valuable insight into a range of Safeguarding issues. All Child Branch Nursing Students should read this book.

Mrs Mandy Brimble
Children and Young Peoples Nursing, Cardiff University
June 6, 2011

This offers commentary on a lot of knowledge that would be of interest to practitioners.

Mr Jim Cantwell
Humanities , Waterford Institute of Technology
May 23, 2011

I found this book very interesting and would recomend this for a Level 3 student participating on a Child Protection related course.

Mrs Gail Ramsome
Dept of Childhood Studies, Hull College
April 11, 2011

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