Social Work Practice and Intellectual Disability

Working to support change

Social Work Practice and Intellectual Disability gives readers an understanding of the knowledge, values and skills needed to work effectively in the area of intellectual disability. It also offers opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration to bring about social change.

 The book discusses the theory and practice of working with people with intellectual disabilities and their families, and the important tasks of assessment, planning, monitoring and review, along with other relevant issues. Case studies and discussion points are included in this valuable resource for the continued professional development of practitioners.

Chapters: Understanding Intellectual Disability; The Social Problem of Intellectual Disability: Services to Support People with Intellectual Disability: Working with Individuals to Assess and Support: Initial Steps; Planning, Dilemmas, and Decision Making; Activism, Advocacy and Self-Advocacy; Implementing Policies for Social Inclusion.