The following resources include the outputs of the Tilda Goldberg Centre projects, staff working within the Centre, or other relevant articles that may be of interest to you.
Reports
- Galvani, S., Dance, C. and Hutchinson, A. (2011) Substance use and social work practice: findings from a national survey of social workers in England. Final report. Templeton, L. and Galvani, S. (2011) Think Family Safely: Enhancing the Response of Alcohol Services to Domestic Abuse and Families. External Evaluation. Final report to Big Lottery Fund via Alcohol Concern.
- Galvani, S., Wadd, S. and Glynn, G. (2011) Evaluation of the CASA Family Service. Final report to CASA Family Service.
- Galvani, S. and Forrester, D. with Glynn, G., McCann, M., Guppy, A., Helmsley, C.Hilson, M. and Thurnham, A. (2011) Social Work Services and Recovery from Substance Misuse: A Review of the Evidence. Edinburgh: Scottish Government. Full report and Summary of Findings.
- Galvani, S. (2011) Social Work Services and Recovery from Substance Misuse: A Review of the Evidence. Practitioner’s Briefing. Edinburgh: ADSW/IRISS
- Galvani, S. (2010) Supporting families affected by substance use and domestic violence. Report for Comic Relief via Adfam
- Galvani, S. Grasping the nettle: alcohol and domestic violence’. Acquire. 2nd edition(2010)
- Galvani, S. ‘Living with domestic abuse and substance use.’ Factsheet for the national charity ADFAM. (2010)
Supporting Families Affected By Substance Use and Domestic Violence -
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This report by Dr Sarah Galvani and funded by Comic Relief, focuses on a two stage collaborative project between Adfam, the Stella Project and the University of Bedfordshire. The objective of the study was to explore the views of family members of substance users on the relationship between alcohol, drugs and domestic abuse. The report makes recommendations for improvements to practice and policy & highlights the need to establish what support/services are needed in this area.
'What works in training social workers about drug and alcohol use? -
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A survey of student learning and readiness to Practice. A report for Home Office - 2008
Articles
- Galvani, S. ‘Domestic abuse among women who misuse psychoactive substances: an overview for the clinician.’ Addictive Disorders and their Treatment, 10, (2):43-49, (2011). With S. George and S. Boulay.
- Galvani, S. How well prepared are newly qualified social workers for working with substance use issues? Findings from a national survey.’ Social Work Education, (2011) 30: 4, 422-439 with D Forrester
- Galvani, S. Working with alcohol and drug use: exploring the knowledge and attitudes of social work students’ British Journal of Social Work, (2010), 40, 946–962, with N. Hughes
Resources for Educators
Books
- Forrester, D., Westlake, D. and Glynn, G. (forthcoming May 2012) Parental Resistance and Social Worker Skills: Toward a Theory of Motivational Social Work, Child and Family Social Work, Blackwell.
- Galvani, S. Supporting People with Alcohol and Drug Problems. Policy Press, 2012
- Galvani, S. The role of alcohol in violence against women. Lambert Academic Publishing.2010
Book Chapters
- Galvani, S. Working with people who use substances.’ In: M. Davies (ed.) (2012) Social Work’s Knowledge Base, (forthcoming) Routledge. With S. Wadd.
- Galvani, S. Social Policy and Substance Use.’ In: M. Davies (ed.) (2012) Social Work’s Knowledge Base (forthcoming) Routledge. With A. Thurnham
Resources for Practitioners
BASW Pocket Guide - Alcohol & Other Drugs (Essential Information for Social Workers) -
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The guide aims to assist and support social workers in practice regarding alcohol and drug issues.
Alcohol_and_Domestic_Violence -
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'Grasping the nettle' - written by Dr Sarah Galvani, looks at the complex relationship between alcohol and domestic violence describing the lack of national figures available on the prevalence of alcohol related domestic violence in the UK and how the effects may put children at risk. Part two of the article reflects very much on the implementation of practice, barriers that many face who work in the area- such as the attribution of blame and detailing dedicated projects that work tirelessly providing guidance, information and support.
Adfam Leaflet - Domestic Abuse and Substance Use -
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This leaflet, developed for Adfam, details information about the relationship between domestic abuse and the use of substances. Looking at the intricate impacts that this has on family members and friends, the leaflet outlines what you can do to help keep people safe and give support those in need.
