This essential new textbook meets the challenges faced by those who work with children in order to provide safe and effective practice. It identifies the ways in which social work and psychology need to work together to achieve this. Misca and Unwin reflect on the need for 'research mindedness' in social work education, and offer an invaluable critical analysis of current knowledge of child and adolescent psychology theory and research to help inform best social work practice. Whether a student on a qualifying course or an experienced practitioner, this is essential reading for social workers and psychologists working with children and adolescents. This book is designed to help social workers and social work students use knowledge of psychological principles to inform practice with children and families ? book is written from the perspective of social work in the UK, although it is largely applicable anywhere. Summing Up: Recommended. Undergraduates.