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Condition: good. Supports Goodwill of Silicon Valley job training programs. The cover and pages are in Good condition! Any other included accessories are also in Good condition showing use. Use can include some highlighting and writing, page and cover creases as well as other types visible wear. Tomasz Maronski; Barry Munden (illustrator). …

paperback. Condition: Very Good. Signed. Very Good. Inscribed by editor Alex Shvartsman to previous owner on title page. Gently used with no markings in text. Binding is tight. Tomasz Maronski; Barry Munden (illustrator).

Paperback. Condition: New. The Central Role of the 12 US Wars in Shaping American Social Policy details the profound impact that military conflicts have had on the development of social policies in the United States. Examining 12 distinct wars, from the Revolutionary War through to the Afghanistan War, the book delves into battle descriptions, acts of Congress, figures of influence, and policy changes over time. It provides comprehensive insights into social policy in relation to the nation's history of conflict. The book guides readers through a chronological exploration of US wars and their socio-political ramifications. Chapters offer information on seminal events, legislative actions, and notable individuals before, during, and after each war. By presenting detailed timelines, the text underscores how conflict spurred shifts in societal norms and policy development. It connects wartime events with the emergence of movements such as women's liberation, civil rights, and LGBT rights, particularly accentuating the Vietnam War era as a pivotal and influential event. The Central Role of the 12 US Wars in Shaping American Social Policy is ideal for courses related to American history, social policy, military social work, military and war studies, and conflict studies. It provides a focused examination of how wars have reshaped the United States' social landscape, making it a relevant resource for students analyzing the intersection of history, conflict, and societal change.…

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. The Concise History of American Social Policy: Unpacking 17 Crucial Issues Through U.S. History is the first textbook in a three-volume series that offers readers an incisive exploration into the interplay between social events and policymaking in the United States. From the transformative impacts of landmark legislation to the stark realities of judicial decisions, this volume illuminates the nation's policy history through a vivid narrative lens. Distilling complex political narratives into a comprehensible format, the book delivers a clear depiction of the societal forces that have shaped significant legislative turns and pivotal social events. Structured with clarity and precision, the text progresses through 17 thematic chapters that address critical issues related to American social policy, including abortion, affirmative action, civil rights, education, guns, healthcare, human trafficking, mental health, poverty, terrorism, and more. Written to encourage a deeper engagement with the political and social contexts that influence policymaking and our society today, The Concise History of American Social Policy: Unpacking 17 Crucial Issues Through U.S. History is an exemplary resource for courses and programs in social work, sociology, political science, and American history.…

Paperback. Condition: New. The Concise History of American Social Policy: Addressing Marginalized Populations is the second textbook in a three-volume series that provides students with astute insight into the events, ideas, and attitudes that have shaped U.S. social policies over time. This volume features a unique focus on American social policies within the context of historically marginalized populations.Each chapter is dedicated to a particular population, tracing their unique historical narratives in step with social events, legislation, and court decisions that have affected both policymaking and their everyday lives. Dedicated chapters provide historical timelines and brief narratives related to African Americans, aging, Asian Americans, children, individuals with disabilities, Hispanic Americans, immigration, Native Americans, sexual orientation, veterans, and women.The Concise History of American Social Policy: Addressing Marginalized Populations is a concise yet informative guide for courses in social work, sociology, political science, and American history. It is particularly valuable for courses with emphasis on culturally competent advocacy and practice.…

Paperback. Condition: New. The Concise History of American Social Policy: Blueprint of a Nation offers readers a compelling overview of the pivotal events and legislative landmarks that have shaped social policies in the United States from the Revolutionary War to the present.The third textbook in a three-volume set, this text synthesizes 27 chapters from its predecessors, tracing an intricate tapestry of policy evolution against the backdrop of America's dynamic history. Integrated within these chapters is additional fresh coverage of political scandals and detailed descriptions of all 12 wars the U.S. has been engaged in throughout the nation's history. This information provides readers with vital context and insight into the formation and emergence of key social policies.This volume presents an array of social policy areas, each examined through the lens of significant laws, Supreme Court decisions, and social events. With attention to detail and a commitment to neutrality, the book deftly navigates the interplay between legislation and major historical occurrences, illuminating the often-reactive nature of policymaking and its consequences. Insights into how key issues and marginalized populations have been influenced by shifting political, social, and economic forces are provided in clear, concise language, placing the complex world of American social policy into a digestible and relatable context.The Concise History of American Social Policy: Blueprint of a Nation is ideal for courses and programs in social work, sociology, political science, and American history.…

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. The Central Role of the 12 US Wars in Shaping American Social Policy details the profound impact that military conflicts have had on the development of social policies in the United States. Examining 12 distinct wars, from the Revolutionary War through to the Afghanistan War, the book delves into battle descriptions, acts of Congress, figures of influence, and policy changes over time. It provides comprehensive insights into social policy in relation to the nation's history of conflict. The book guides readers through a chronological exploration of US wars and their socio-political ramifications. Chapters offer information on seminal events, legislative actions, and notable individuals before, during, and after each war. By presenting detailed timelines, the text underscores how conflict spurred shifts in societal norms and policy development. It connects wartime events with the emergence of movements such as women's liberation, civil rights, and LGBT rights, particularly accentuating the Vietnam War era as a pivotal and influential event. The Central Role of the 12 US Wars in Shaping American Social Policy is ideal for courses related to American history, social policy, military social work, military and war studies, and conflict studies. It provides a focused examination of how wars have reshaped the United States' social landscape, making it a relevant resource for students analyzing the intersection of history, conflict, and societal change.…

Paperback. Condition: New. The Concise History of American Social Policy: Addressing Marginalized Populations is the second textbook in a three-volume series that provides students with astute insight into the events, ideas, and attitudes that have shaped U.S. social policies over time. This volume features a unique focus on American social policies within the context of historically marginalized populations.Each chapter is dedicated to a particular population, tracing their unique historical narratives in step with social events, legislation, and court decisions that have affected both policymaking and their everyday lives. Dedicated chapters provide historical timelines and brief narratives related to African Americans, aging, Asian Americans, children, individuals with disabilities, Hispanic Americans, immigration, Native Americans, sexual orientation, veterans, and women.The Concise History of American Social Policy: Addressing Marginalized Populations is a concise yet informative guide for courses in social work, sociology, political science, and American history. It is particularly valuable for courses with emphasis on culturally competent advocacy and practice.…

Paperback. Condition: New. The Concise History of American Social Policy: Unpacking 17 Crucial Issues Through U.S. History is the first textbook in a three-volume series that offers readers an incisive exploration into the interplay between social events and policymaking in the United States. From the transformative impacts of landmark legislation to the stark realities of judicial decisions, this volume illuminates the nation's policy history through a vivid narrative lens. Distilling complex political narratives into a comprehensible format, the book delivers a clear depiction of the societal forces that have shaped significant legislative turns and pivotal social events. Structured with clarity and precision, the text progresses through 17 thematic chapters that address critical issues related to American social policy, including abortion, affirmative action, civil rights, education, guns, healthcare, human trafficking, mental health, poverty, terrorism, and more. Written to encourage a deeper engagement with the political and social contexts that influence policymaking and our society today, The Concise History of American Social Policy: Unpacking 17 Crucial Issues Through U.S. History is an exemplary resource for courses and programs in social work, sociology, political science, and American history.…

Paperback. Condition: New. The Concise History of American Social Policy: Blueprint of a Nation offers readers a compelling overview of the pivotal events and legislative landmarks that have shaped social policies in the United States from the Revolutionary War to the present.The third textbook in a three-volume set, this text synthesizes 27 chapters from its predecessors, tracing an intricate tapestry of policy evolution against the backdrop of America's dynamic history. Integrated within these chapters is additional fresh coverage of political scandals and detailed descriptions of all 12 wars the U.S. has been engaged in throughout the nation's history. This information provides readers with vital context and insight into the formation and emergence of key social policies.This volume presents an array of social policy areas, each examined through the lens of significant laws, Supreme Court decisions, and social events. With attention to detail and a commitment to neutrality, the book deftly navigates the interplay between legislation and major historical occurrences, illuminating the often-reactive nature of policymaking and its consequences. Insights into how key issues and marginalized populations have been influenced by shifting political, social, and economic forces are provided in clear, concise language, placing the complex world of American social policy into a digestible and relatable context.The Concise History of American Social Policy: Blueprint of a Nation is ideal for courses and programs in social work, sociology, political science, and American history.…

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Hardback. Condition: New. 2009 ed. As the foundational theory of modern psychological practice, psychoanalysis and its attendant assumptions predominated well through most of the twentieth century. The influence of psychoanalytic theories of development was profound and still resonates in the thinking and practice of today's mental health professionals. Guide to Psychoanalytic Developmental Theories provides a succinct and reliable overview of what these theories are and where they came from. Ably combining theory, history, and biography it summarizes the theories of Freud and his successors against the broader evolution of analytic developmental theory itself, giving readers a deeper understanding of this history, and of their own theoretical stance and choices of interventions. Along the way, the authors discuss criteria for evaluating developmental theories, trace persistent methodological concerns, and shed intriguing light on what was considered normative child and adolescent behavior in earlier eras.Each major paradigm is represented by its most prominent figures such as Freud's drive theory, Erikson's life cycle theory, Bowlby's attachment theory, and Fonagy's neuropsychological attachment theory. For each, the Guide provides:biographical informationa conceptual frameworkcontributions to theorya clinical illustration or salient excerpt from their work.The Guide to Psychoanalytic Developmental Theories offers a foundational perspective for the graduate student in clinical or school psychology, counseling, or social work. Seasoned psychiatrists, analysts, and other clinical practitioners also may find it valuable to revisit these formative moments in the history of the field.…

Hardback. Condition: New. 2009 ed. As the foundational theory of modern psychological practice, psychoanalysis and its attendant assumptions predominated well through most of the twentieth century. The influence of psychoanalytic theories of development was profound and still resonates in the thinking and practice of today's mental health professionals. Guide to Psychoanalytic Developmental Theories provides a succinct and reliable overview of what these theories are and where they came from. Ably combining theory, history, and biography it summarizes the theories of Freud and his successors against the broader evolution of analytic developmental theory itself, giving readers a deeper understanding of this history, and of their own theoretical stance and choices of interventions. Along the way, the authors discuss criteria for evaluating developmental theories, trace persistent methodological concerns, and shed intriguing light on what was considered normative child and adolescent behavior in earlier eras.Each major paradigm is represented by its most prominent figures such as Freud's drive theory, Erikson's life cycle theory, Bowlby's attachment theory, and Fonagy's neuropsychological attachment theory. For each, the Guide provides:biographical informationa conceptual frameworkcontributions to theorya clinical illustration or salient excerpt from their work.The Guide to Psychoanalytic Developmental Theories offers a foundational perspective for the graduate student in clinical or school psychology, counseling, or social work. Seasoned psychiatrists, analysts, and other clinical practitioners also may find it valuable to revisit these formative moments in the history of the field.…

Condition: New. pp. 466.