An important workforce tool, adding to knowledge, enhancing skills and giving social workers the confidence to work effectively with substance misuse issues.

This guide gives practicing social workers and social work students the confidence to work effectively with substance misuse issues in a workplace environment.

The Social Work Guide gives clear advice on how to work with clients when substance misuse is an issue, by exploring current policy, looking at situations that social workers may encounter, and using case studies and good practice tips to provide solutions.

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