UNSPECIFIED (1995) The strategic importance of hospital social work. SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL SCIENCES REVIEW, 6 (1). pp. 19-31. ISSN 0953-5225

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Abstract

Hospital based social work concerned with physical health remains marginalised in analysis of practice. However, this article presents evidence of its strategic importance - as social work - in contributing to a more equitable experience of health in Britain. The constraints it faces in making such a contribution - notably, inadequate resourcing, conservative tendencies within practice and a disadvantageous organisational position are then explored. Finally, current developments within local authorities, social services departments and hospital social work itself which offer hospital social work a chance to realise its potential, are discussed.

Item Type:	Journal Article
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > HN Social history and conditions. Social problems. Social reform
Journal or Publication Title:	SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL SCIENCES REVIEW
Publisher:	WHITING BIRCH LTD
ISSN:	0953-5225
Date:	1995
Volume:	6
Number:	1
Number of Pages:	13
Page Range:	pp. 19-31
Publication Status:	Published
URI:	http://wrap.warwick.ac.uk/id/eprint/19081

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