Key themes in health a social care - a companion to learning

Skills for study and practice; Working with people; The individual in society; Concepts of equality and diversity; Introduction to social policy; Studying at a higher level in health and social care : argument, critical thinking and reflection; Health and health care in Britain; Key themes in health and social care; Philisophical and political debate in health and social care; Research in health and social care; Introduction to criminal justice system; Theories of counselling; Place, neighbourhood and health; Health, housing and regeneration; Globalization and health and social care; Contemporary approaches to leadership and management; Evidence based practice in health and social care; Contemporary mental health care; The practice of counselling; Substance misuse; Working with children; User involvement - user led approaches in adult care - who is in charge?; Young people and youth justice; The professionalization of the youth justice workforce; Conclusion

Key Themes in Health and Social Care is a learning resource for students in health and social care. It provides an overview of foundational issues and core themes in the field and introduces key areas of debate, moving from an introductory level to in-depth discussion as the book progresses