A pilot project by London South Bank University (LSBU) researchers will examine the benefits of goal-directed mentoring for young people on the autism spectrum Sponsored by Research Autism, the two-year
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Teenagers from Reading have been learning how to spot the signs of mental health problems and the ways in which they can be overcome, thanks to an initiative from the
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A Social Work graduate from the University of Worcester has won an award for her work in the field. Laura Henry won Worcestershire County Council’s Assessed and Support Year in
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More and more social work students and practitioners are using book groups as a method of enhancing their learning and continuing professional development, thanks to the efforts of a former
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Medical students have been subject to abuse and witnessed breaches of patient safety and dignity during placements, according to a large survey. The majority of students also said they had
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Professor Peter Beresford OBE, who is a Professor of Social Policy and Director of the Centre for Citizen Participation at Brunel University, is delivering University of the West of Scotland’s
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Cardiff Metropolitan University’s CARIAD research centre has just been awarded an AHRC research grant of £500,000 over three years for its work in designing for people with dementia. The LAUGH
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Positive psychology is a dynamic and fast-growing area that involves the scientific study of well-being and optimal human functioning for individuals, groups, communities and organisations. In 2012, Buckinghamshire New University
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Staffordshire University are hosting an event next week which provides the opportinity to speak to students and staff about studying Social Work on a part-time basis. Whether you work a
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Students at the University of Portsmouth have been coping with the aftermath of an earthquake, and encountering terrorists and kidnappers, without leaving the city. The Crisis and Disaster Management MSc
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