Abstract
This introductory chapter begins with a discussion of developments in child welfare research over the past half-century. It then presents an overview of the six parts of the book: (1) child welfare research; (2) evidence-based practice in child welfare; (3) research on adoption, guardianship, and family ties; (4) decision-making in child welfare; (5) evidence-based child welfare policy; and (6) international issues in child welfare research.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Child Welfare Research |
Publisher | Oxford University Press |
Pages | 3-12 |
Number of pages | 10 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9780199863648 |
ISBN (Print) | 9780195304961 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2009 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Child protection
- Child welfare policy
- Child welfare services
- Decision-making