Constructing Risky Identities in Policy and Practice

Kearney, J.; Donovan, C.

This collection explores how the dominant risk agenda is being embedded across welfare policy and practice contexts in order to redefine social problems and those who experience them. Identities of 'risky' or 'safe', 'responsible' or 'irresponsible' are being increasingly applied, not only to everyday life but also to professional practice.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2013-08-08

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9781137276070

DOI: 10.1057/9781137276087

Dimensions: 216cm x140cm

Pages: 195