Social Work and Mental Health: A Decolonised Approach to Theory and Practice (First Edition)

By Jill Childs

"Every so often one comes across a book which pervades every dimension of ones being. This exceptional book is one and it is essential reading." - Julia Ross, British Association of Social Work

This groundbreaking book offers a critical, global perspective on mental health social work, aimed at both pre- and post-qualifying students. Moving beyond basic introductions, it presents a decolonised, holistic approach that challenges traditional models. By incorporating innovative ideas and indigenized practices, it seeks to transform mental health social work. Essential for future practitioners, this text inspires a new vision for the field, making it a must-read for those committed to advancing mental health social work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1529602610
• ISBN13: 9781529602616
• Release Date: December 2025
• Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
• Length: 200 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.7" x 9.6"