Support And Protection Across The Lifecourse Av Caroline (Unesco Child And Family Research Centre National Univesity Of Ireland Galway) Mcgregor, Pat

Crossing the traditional divide between social work with children and families and adults, this text applies a lifecourse perspective, within an ecological frame. Based on the principle that practice drives theory, a practical approach for social work is put forward using five interconnected themes:• duality of support and protection • life transitions and life events • intergenerational relations• civic partnership and engagement • health and wellbeingDesigned for students and practitioners, this text takes an enquiry-based approach using Critical ART (analysis, reflection and thinking). The book features:• case studies • research examples• tips for Critical ART in practice• further reading and resources