Since its first publication in 2000, this best-selling text has been an invaluable resource for thousands of social workers preparing for life in practice. Written by an influential academic-practitioner, it is widely regarded as the leading book in its field.The fourth edition has been thoroughly u…
“I’d recommend this book to anyone who has a great research idea but isn’t sure how to turn it into a convincing proposal. Denscombe has produced a clear guide full of helpful tips that take you through the stages of creating, structuring and submitting your research proposal. This latest, upd…
This book includes an accompanying Online Learning Centre. The link can be found within the preliminary pages of the book."The essential guide that every PhD candidate should read. Drawing on their experiences training thousands of students, Doyle and Robertson demystify the hidden skills of academi…
“This book holds the story of a monumental research effort… It provides a moving, thoughtful, understanding of what “neighbourhood” means and is a beacon for efforts aimed at improving the quality of life of all involved.”Steven R. Sabat, Professor Emeritus of Psychology, Georgetown Univer…
This book includes an accompanying Online Learning Centre. The link can be found within the preliminary pages of the book."The essential guide that every PhD candidate should read. Drawing on their experiences training thousands of students, Doyle andRobertson demystify the hidden skills of academic…
Psychology of Women and Equalities Review'It stands as a testament to the transformative power of feminist analysis within the field of psychological research. The simple explanation of complex ideas coupled with its firm commitment to social justice makes it an essential resource for students and …
“In this era of bountiful visual, qualitative and informationalised knowledge of the social world a conscientious guide to social research is ever more valuable…this is a knowledgeably written, highly engaging and genuinely interesting book."Dr Pamela Odih BSoc.Sc. PhD. Senior Lecturer Goldsmith…
“Using their extensive experience of university teaching as well as pedagogic theory, the authors have created an essential compendium to support students throughout their learning journey; from day one of their degree up to their first steps into a career in nutrition and dietetics.”Professor K…
This book will help undergraduate psychology students to write practical reports of experimental and other quantitative studies in psychology. It is designed to help with every stage of report writing and provides a resource that students can refer to throughout their degree, up-to and including whe…
How do we understand mental health problems in their social context?A former BMA Medical Book of the Year award winner, this book provides a sociological analysis of major areas of mental health and illness. The book considers contemporary and historical aspects of sociology, social psychiatry, poli…