Examining the challenges faced by children on their journey from initially entering care to living independently after care, the book places these issues in a global context. Specifically, it discusses
- how to support children and young people at home
- an analysis of the history and demographics of children placed in care
- the challenges faced by children living in foster care
- the challenges faced by children living in a children’s home.
- the challenges faced by children being adopted leaving care
The book will be of interest to all those working with children in care, or those who have experience of the care system as a professional, carer or young person. It will also be of interest to researchers and students of developmental and social psychology, social work, and also to policy makers.
Examining the challenges faced by children on their journey from initially entering care to living independently after care, the book places these issues in a global context. Specifically, it discusses
- how to support children and young people at home
- an analysis of the history and demographics of children placed in care
- the challenges faced by children living in foster care
- the challenges faced by children living in a children’s home.
- the challenges faced by children being adopted leaving care
The book will be of interest to all those working with children in care, or those who have experience of the care system as a professional, carer or young person. It will also be of interest to researchers and students of developmental and social psychology, social work, and also to policy makers.
Young People and the Care Experience: Research, Policy and Practice
176Young People and the Care Experience: Research, Policy and Practice
176Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9780415665261 |
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Publisher: | Taylor & Francis |
Publication date: | 04/11/2013 |
Series: | Adolescence and Society |
Pages: | 176 |
Product dimensions: | 5.44(w) x 8.50(h) x (d) |