Just what is a picture worth? Qualitative research is dominated by language. However, researchers have recently shown a growing interest in adopting an image-based approach. This is the first volume dedicated to exploring this approach and will prove an invaluable sourcebook for researchers in the field. The book covers a broad scope, including theory and the research process, and provides practical examples of how image-based research is applied in the field. The book covers a broad scope, including theory and the research process, and provides practical examples of how image-based research is applied in the field. It discusses use of images: in child abuse investigation, exploring children's drawings in health education, cartoons, the media and teachers.