Systematic reviews originated in the STEM disciplines, and this text translates the rationale and offers potential methods for conducting systematic reviews in the social sciences. It draws on examples from psychology, criminology, education, transport, social welfare, public health, and urban policy. It also includes sections on further evidence-based research synthesis practices.

This guide describes the steps required to complete a systematic review and the criteria that can be used to assess the quality of existing reviews in social work. It also looks at other methods for informing evidence based practice in the discipline.

Addresses social workers specifically and makes these important methods accessible to them.

Provides an overview on meta-analyses for the social sciences.