5 articles in this issue
Nigel Anthony MALIN
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Joseph Karl Smeeton
This paper describes a paradigmatic shift in child protection practice within the UK, arguing that there is a move away from the risk paradigm but that its replacement is not yet defined. The paper draws upon the critical literature to elucidate this shif... see more
Lluc Nevot-Caldentey,Dr. Carmen Orte Socías,Dr. Lluís Ballester Brage
This paper explores the role of social work practice in youth risk prevention through evidence-based interventions, such as the Strengthening Families Programme. It begins by analysing the aetiology of social work practice in prevention and the theories t... see more
Lesley Deacon
Research into experiences of social isolation and loneliness has predominantly focused on older adults, i.e. post-retirement, as a significant at-risk group. Similarly, research exploring disability and loneliness has been associated with old age and conc... see more
Irene Ikafa,Dieu Hack-Polay
The paper examines stressors affecting involuntary and voluntary African migrants in Australia and how they cope with stress. Using semi-structured interviews, the paper examines the experiences of 30 African migrants in Australia. Most participants used ... see more