Joanna Nicolas
Practical Guide to Child Protection
- ISBN 13:
- 9781849055864
- author:
- Joanna Nicolas
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 15.2 x 1 x 22.9 cm
- Genre:
- Biography, Social & Health Issues, Child Abuse
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Understanding the complexities of child protection requires practical guidance and evidence-informed advice. This book offers valuable insights into the most common pitfalls in child protection cases, along with helpful solutions for frontline professionals.
Joanna Nicolas draws on her extensive experience working with children and adults to identify key challenges and provide tips for overcoming everyday practice difficulties, such as home visits. The book also explores the impact of neglect, information sharing, communication with children, and multiple risk factors.
With a focus on understanding the underlying principles at play, this guide is essential reading for social workers, healthcare professionals, mental health workers, education staff, and related professions. Packed with case examples and reminders of key issues, it provides a valuable resource for anyone working in child protection.