An understanding of human behaviour

Social workers send supplies to flood victims.

Social work is more than compassion and kindness as there is a need for theoretical and procedural knowledge, and an understanding of the field.

WE read the headlines: Wife runs away from home after years of abuse. Bruised toddler warded. Aged parent found abandoned at bus terminal. These cases often become statistics of domestic abuse. But behind the figures are real people who need help to get on with life after their files are closed. Who can they turn to?