Social Work and Community Practice

Social Work and Community Practice

Sharon Duca Palmer

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Editorial:
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Año de edición:
2011
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Sociedad y cultura: general
ISBN:
9781926692869

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This title includes a number of Open Access chapters.This book explores a variety of physical, mental, and lifestyle challenges faced by community populations. Some of the topics discussed include homelessness, smoking trends among certain populations, mental health issues among different age and gender groups, substance abuse, and domestic violence. The book also examines community health promotion, nutrition intervention, contraception, and more.

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