Books published by SAGE Publications Ltd

Looking at both the techniques and logic of inquiry surrounding methods used in criminological research, this progressive handbook brings together work from internationally renowned experts to provide readers with an important resource on the application of methods.

This accessible, comprehensive and up to date book looks at the reality of social work in practice. It will be essential reading for all social work students.

Helps social workers to develop a rounded and considered approach to their practice with substances misusers.

Labour market inequalities are a feature which all European countries share. This book provides a comparative perspective of sexual inequality in the 12 member-states of the European Union. Different aspects of inequality are discussed and presented: participation rates, occupational segregation, income differences, careers and the division of unpaid work. Another aspect that is examined is the position of women from ethnic minorities in the labour market. After presenting the facts, the book then looks at economic and sociological theories for possible explanations and integrates them into a single framework that provides starting points for a policy to promote equality between the sexes.The second part of the book explores different policy measures promoted by the EU to advance equal opportunities. After presenting the equal opportunities of the EU, particular instruments are discussed such as the impact of EU directives, child care policies, positive action and comparable worth strategies. In addition the position of women in trade unions and their influence upon European decision making in the field of social policy is looked at. The book concludes with an exploration of what the future has in store for women in Europe.

With play a central part of new early years initiatives in all parts of the UK, this book will be essential reading for all early years students and practitioners.

An authoritative survey of contemporary transportation systems in view of economic, social, technical and environmental challenges.

A thorough and intelligent intro to the theory and method of Q from big name authors in a market where there is little competition.

Dancey and Reidy are very well known for their Pearson textbook Statistics Without Maths for Psychology and have applied the same principles here to the health sciences market, where they're far more established as researchers.

A comprehensive biological psychology textbook that fits with the BPS guidelines for undergraduate study, this title represents an inexpensive, yet graphical, colourful, research-rich, and pedagogically developed textbook fully in tune with lecturers' and students' needs in biological psychology.

The Environment and Planning series of journals from Pion are committed to publishing innovative, interdisciplinary quality papers which tackle important questions in urban and regional research. This collection, edited by a stellar editorial team draws from all four journals to showcase the best of the best on offer in urban research.

Provides clear guidance and advice on working with families in line with government guidelines

Encourages early years practitioners to take a critical stance in relation to a wide range of themes and issues

With contributions from the original thinkers in psychology, this set describes the development of each major branch of psychology.

With contents balanced between mainstream and critical ideologies, this set investigates the development of theoretical psychology since the 1980s.

Engaging, practical, multidisciplinary textbook for students and practitioners working at all levels, providing comprehensive coverage of the skills and knowledge needed to work with people with learning disabilities in a variety of settings. Written by leading academics and practitioners, this is a case-study-based text drawing on service-user experience.

A practical book which takes readers through the process of designing written materials in health care. It will be valuable reading for students on health communication, health promotion and public health programmes, as well as health care professionals.

Comprehensive coverage of coaching and mentoring in educational settings from a range of international contributors.

An accessible and thought-provoking survey of this vast field. Emphasising the underlying concepts students need to understand and authored by world-renowned experts.

This book will equip social work students with the skills they need to meet the new and perennial challenges to achieving empowering practice with carers and people who use services.

Study Skills for Town and Country Planning incorporates a basic introduction to studying planning, a 'how to' for students to develop a relevant set of skills to succeed in their degree, plus a guide to applying those skills in a very practical and diverse workplace.

This book provides an international, comparative look at aspects of early childhood education and care.

Public health is high on government agendas thanks to the increasing burden lifestyle related illness places on healthcare providers. This book answers the need for a comprehensive text covering the core knowledge, competencies and skills taught to the growing public health workforce.

The September 2011 issue of Index on Censorship focuses on the relationships between art, artists and censorship and features celebrated sculptor Anish Kapoor.

Through a 4-volume structure, which takes in historical and modern day perspectives whilst maintaining a strong global focus on the subject, the set demonstrates that reform is a constant process and that it has been taking place for a long time.

With its topical focus and lucid style, this is a thoroughly international analysis of how terrorism and the war on terror is communicated through a variety of global media outlets. The editors and contributors are all very high profile in the field, and the content is both global and interdisciplinary.

Providing readers with an expansive and international overview, this handbook is the ideal resource on this fast-paced and ubiquitous field

From libel to intelligent design, Index on Censorship examines the obstacles to scientific inquiry.