Chris Dyke: Writing Analytical Assessments in Social Work, Kartoniert / Broschiert

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This fully revised and updated fourth edition guides the reader through the principles of good writing, methodically demonstrating

how to analyse,

how to structure the process of writing an assessment (researching, chronologising, informed data-gathering, putting it all together) under time constraints,

how to break down practical and psychological barriers to good practice,

how to turn good analysis into useful recommendations.

The new edition also features added content on neurodiversity, the voice of the child, analysing risk, cultural humility, Ubuntu principles, and domestic violence assessment tools.

Written in an accessible way and packed with examples and case studies, this book teaches readers how to write high-quality, useful, and timely assessments, without becoming mechanistic or managerial. Writing Analytical Assessments in Social Work is an essential companion for newly qualified social workers, students undertaking their first placements, and seasoned professionals looking to improve their skills. It is suitable for all branches of social work.