critical thinking perspectives Kirst-Ashman, Karen Kay. creator text Belmont, CA Brooks/Cole, Cengage Learning c2013 4th ed. monographic xxiv, 574 p. : ill. ; 26 cm. pt. 1 Profession of social work : Introduction to social work and social welfare -- Social work values and ethics -- Empowerment and human diversity -- pt. 2 Social work practice : The process of the generalist practice -- Practice settings -- pt. 3 Social welfare policy : Overview of social welfare and social work history -- Policy, policy analysis, policy practice and policy advocacy: foundations for service provision -- Policies and programs to combat poverty -- pt. 4 Client populations and contexts : Social work and services for children and families -- Social work and services for older adults -- Social work and services for people with disabilities -- Social work and services in health care -- Social work and services in mental health -- Social work and substance use, abuse, and dependence -- Social work and services for youths and in the schools -- Social work and services in the criminal justice system. Karen K. Kirst-Ashman. Includes index. Social service Public welfare HV40 .K63 9780840028662 (hbk. : student ed.) 0840028660 (hbk. : student ed.) 978113354970