Legal Issues in Social Work Practice and Research

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Focusing on the legal and ethical challenges faced by social workers, this text provides a comprehensive overview of essential concepts like confidentiality and informed consent. It highlights the relationship between social work and legal systems through case studies involving families, children, and individuals with disabilities. Additionally, the book explores the role of advocacy in social work, emphasizing its impact on policy and global human rights efforts, making it a vital resource for practitioners, researchers, and academics alike.