Working together? A survey of professional perceptions in child protection in England

This thesis presents findings from a postal survey in 1991, mainly in three diverse areas in the north of England. 339 members responded from six important professions in child protection: social workers, health visitors, teachers, police, general practitioners and paediatricians. The overall respon...

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Main Author: Birchall, Elizabeth (Author)
Format: Electronic Book
Language:English
Published: 1993
In:Year: 1993
Online Access: Volltext (kostenfrei)
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