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Risk and risk taking in health and social welfare / Mike Titterton.

Title
Risk and risk taking in health and social welfare / Mike Titterton.
Author
Titterton, Mike.
Publication
London ; Philadelphia : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2005.

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160 p.; 24 cm.
Summary
"In this practical and accessible book, Mike Titterton offers an innovative model of risk work in health and social care. He argues that a thoughtful risk-taking approach can lead to empowerment and greater independence for vulnerable individuals." "Offering a wealth of case studies, examples of good practice and a clear overview of the legislative framework, this book is an invaluable resource for social work, health and housing practitioners, trainers and policy makers."--Jacket.
Subject
  • Health risk assessment
  • Social service
  • Decision Making [MESH]
  • Health Status Indicators [MESH]
  • Risk Assessment [MESH]
  • Risk-Taking [MESH]
  • Social Work
Bibliography (note)
  • Includes bibliographical references (p. 145-156) and indexes.
Processing Action (note)
  • committed to retain
Contents
What is risk and risk taking? -- Rights, responsibilities and the law -- Exploring welfare dilemmas -- Principles, policies and models -- Risk assessment -- Risk management -- Linking risk assessment and management -- Training professionals and laypersons in risk taking.
ISBN
1853024821 (pbk.)
LCCN
  • ^^2004017941
  • 9781853024825
OCLC
56068792
Owning Institutions
Harvard Library