Case Studies in Child, Adolescent, and Family Treatment

Case Studies in Child, Adolescent, and Family Treatment, Second Edition bridges theory and practice in social work by providing real-life clinical cases across diverse contexts. Designed for students and emerging professionals, the book offers detailed case descriptions from experienced practitioners, scholars, and researchers, demonstrating how social work theory translates into effective interventions. With a focus on developing clinical reasoning, it prepares readers to navigate complex child, adolescent, and family scenarios in varied practice settings.

Key Features:

• Rich, detailed case studies spanning child welfare, adoption, school and community settings, family treatment, and parent training.
• Contributions from a diverse range of scholars, researchers, and practitioners, providing multiple clinical perspectives.
• Chapter overviews, case sketches, study questions, and references for further study to enhance learning.
• Emphasis on applying social work theory to practical, real-world situations.
• Organized into five thematic sections covering core areas of social work practice.
• Updated content in the Second Edition reflecting current practices and contemporary challenges in social work.
• Focus on developing critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills in students.