Discover the essential insights of social policy with the eighth edition of *Understanding Social Policy*. This comprehensive textbook, perfect for students in health and social sciences as well as social policy, delivers an accessible introduction to key areas, themes, and principles in the field. With an ISBN of 9781405181761 and published by John Wiley & Sons in 2009, this resource is a staple for anyone diving into the complexities of social policy development.

Featuring an updated overview of recent policy changes and an expanded exploration of historical and global contexts, this edition covers critical issues in social policy, social care for adults, and education for children. Its student-friendly approach includes engaging case studies and illustrative text boxes that help clarify each topic, making it easier to grasp foundational concepts in social policy.

The text also probes current constitutional changes and their future implications for social policy. This edition is more than just an academic book; it sparks discussions and encourages readers to analyze policies within a broader framework of social history. Dive into the dynamic world of social policy with *Understanding Social Policy* and enhance your knowledge and critical thinking skills!

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Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781405181761
Year: 2009
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 312


Description:
The eighth edition of this successful textbook provides a
student-friendly assessment of the key substantive areas of social
policy and the context and processes which surround their
development.


Written to engage students across the health and social
sciences as well as those studying social policy as a main
subject

Features a greater emphasis on key principles, themes, and
issues, an overview of recent policy changes, broader coverage of
the historical and global context, and new chapters on social care
for adults and on education and children

Uses case studies and other text box material to illustrate the
contents of each chapter

Provides an accessible introduction to key areas of policy
while inviting readers to consider these in historical, social, and
comparative context

Investigates current constitutional changes and their potential
impact upon social policy