Health and Social Work: Practice, Policy, and Research

"Health and Social Work: Practice, Policy, and Research This new text illuminates the essential information about health and social work critical to understanding today&8217s complex health care systems and policies. Chapters highlight current practice, policy, and research in different settings and with special populations. Readers learn how to advocate for the individuals, families, and communities they serve to help improve health and well-being for all. All those interested in micro, mezzo, and macro practices in a health care setting will appreciate this rich resource.Highlights include:Each chapter speaks to the interconnections between practice, policy, and research and how they are integrated to inform social work and health.Unique chapters dedicated to special populations such as children and families, older adults, immigrants, persons with HIV/AIDS, LGBTQ individuals, veterans, and people with disabilities provide a deeper understanding of the health care issues specific to these groups.Thorough coverage of the role of social "