Introduction -- Thresholds for recognition, assessment and intervention -- The content of assessments : what information is collected? -- Assessments in particular contexts -- Analysis, critical thinking and reflection in assessments -- Engaging with children, young people, and their parents -- Inter-professional working -- Structural, procedural, and organisational factors -- Assessment and child outcomes -- Conclusions -- Appendix a. method -- Appendix b. list of empirical studies used in this review -- References -- Index
Summary
The quality of the assessment of children in need has a significant impact on outcomes for the children concerned. Good assessment contributes to better outcomes, but poor assessment can have tragic consequences. This book sheds light on different aspects of child and family assessment
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 235-248) and index