Introduction to Human Services: Policy and Practice, An (8th Edition)
Known for its engaging writing style and use of many current examples and cases of human service practitioners at work,An Introduction to Human Servicesis one of the leading texts in the introductory human services market.What reviewers are saying about the Sixth Edition. . .“The book’s treatment of policy issues is far more extensive than is typical of intro textbooks. . . . Consistent with this is its coverage of the social welfare system as it currently exists, including the major cornerstone programs (TANF, WIC, Food Stamps, SSI, etc.) that any well-informed worker needs to know about to serve clients well.”Pamela Kiser, Elon UniversityHighlights of the Sixth EditionCurrent diversity issues are discussed,including references to the September 11th attacks, new material on Arab-Americans, racial profiling, and racial discrimination. One of the authors shares her own experiences of race and class privilege.Includes up-to-date information on the opposition to abortion (Chapter 5) and gay and lesbian marriage, affirmative action, bilingual education, and new immigration policies (Chapter 7).Thoroughly updated with information on Social Security, TANF, day care, SSI, food stamps, WIC, Medicare, school breakfast and lunch, unemployment insurance, Earned Income Tax Credit, and more (Chapter 6).Includes updated information onmanaged care(Chapter 9).Includes discussions on unique topics in human service with information onstem cell research, cloning, sperm banks releasing information on biological fathers, as well as charging pregnant women who are substance abusers with child abuse.Research Navigator™ for Social WorkResearch Navigator™ can be a student’s best friend when facing a large research project. Especially helpful with the toughest challenge—getting started—Research Navigator™ offers a comprehensive, step-by-step walk-through of the research process, along with access to some of the most respected source databases available. Access to Research Navigator™—a $15 value—isFREEwhen packaged with any new Allyn & Bacon textbook! If your text did not come packaged with Research Navigator™, visitwww.researchnavigator.comtoday to purchase immediate access.The Career CenterStudents need help transitioning from the academic world to the professional. With The Career Center, they can register to receive eight 30-minute career counseling sessions—a total of four hours of career consultant time! The Career Center is designed to address the wide range of preparation and life stages of individuals who are attempting to develop their careers. Qualified career specialists advise students as they establish, or reestablish, themselves in today’s competitive global economy. The Career Center—a $25 value—isFREEto your students when you order it packaged with any new Allyn & Bacon textbook. Visitwww.ablongman.com/careercenterfor more information.    Contact your local Allyn & Bacon representative and request special packaging codes to take advantage of these great offers.--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.