HIV and social work

the long version

As the HIV/AIDS epidemic continues to expand and evolve, beginning and experienced social workers need to help and support people living with HIV, their families, and their friends. In HIV and Social Work: A Practitioner's Guide, experienced social workers share their practice wisdom and knowledge on such topics as psychosocial intervention, clinical issues, and helping people cope with the changing expectations brought on by promising but complex treatment options. HIV and Social Work also offers you practical advice and useful links between social work theory and practice. As a social worker confronted with this disease, you will learn ways to use your own experience and knowledge to make a difference in the lives of people living with HIV/AIDS and those who love and care for them.