Publisher's Synopsis
Comprehensive and coherent with scholarly articles that are easily understandable, the 'Encyclopedia of Social Work' puts the complete knowledge base of the profession, and an indispensable personal reference library, at a reader's fingertips. This new Supplement expands coverage of such important areas as education, employment, Medicare and Medicaid, mental illness, and social welfare. Seventeen new entries address emerging topics that reflect changes in society and in the profession, including conservatism and social welfare, issues of multiculturalism and cultural diversity, strengths-based practice, hate crimes, and a variety of economic issues. Arranged in a user-friendly format that complements the three-volume 'Encyclopedia of Social Work' and 1997 Supplement, searches are quick and effortless. Entries are in alphabetic order, word by word; colons within a title indicate a secondary sort. The editors have provided as many ways as possible to research a topic, including subject cross-references, a highly detailed and easy-to-follow index, Reader's Guides, key words, author listings and bylines, and bibliographic information.
