Social policy for effective practice : a strengths approach

Social work and social policy: a strengths perspective -- The historical context: basic concepts and early influences -- The historical context: development of our current welfare system -- The economic and political contexts -- Basic tools for researching need and analyzing social policy -- Social policy development: research and policy practice -- Civil rights -- Income- and asset-based social policies and programs -- Policies and programs for children and families -- Health and mental health policies and programs -- Policies and programs for older adults -- The future