Within a historical and contemporary context, this book examines major policy practice and research issues as they jointly shape child welfare practice and its

Social service agencies are facing the same expectations in quality management and outcomes as private companies, compelling staff members and researchers to pr

This volume assembles important research on child neglect, kinship care, and the effects before, during, and after the employment of foster care. Concluding wit

Research has already been a significant factor in child welfare policy in recent years, but this essential new volume demonstrates that it has taken a leading r

Within a historical and contemporary context, this book examines major policy practice and research issues as they jointly shape child welfare practice and its