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Paperback. Tom Whitman proposes a new developmental theory of autism that focuses on the diversity of characteristics associated with this disorder, and how these develop over time. This theory is reconciled and integrated with contemporary theories of autism, including the social, cognitive, linguistic, sensorimotor and biological perspectives. Num Pages: 256 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: MMH; VFJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 453.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843107354
- ISBN
- 9781843107354
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 27.67
€ 27.67
Paperback. The author's introduction to the simultaneous treatment of parent and child brings together theoretical background and suggestions for practice in an accessible and comprehensive format. This useful book will be a welcome resource for social workers, child psychiatrists, family therapists and other professionals working with children. Num Pages: 240 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: JKSN; MMH; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 0. Weight in Grams: 371.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843107361
- ISBN
- 9781843107361
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.80
€ 33.80
Paperback. Num Pages: 176 pages, index. BIC Classification: JMP; MMH; MMJT; VFJB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 157 x 10. Weight in Grams: 264.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843107439
- ISBN
- 9781843107439
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Condition: New
€ 23.99
€ 23.99
Paperback. Durig provides ideas and examples that enable the reader to understand and recognize autism, and prepare for interaction with autistic people. He explains how autistic perception 'works' and how it yields autistic behaviours, to enable readers to see the world through the eyes of an autistic person, and thus change the way they perceive autism. Num Pages: 136 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JNSL; MMH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 142 x 215 x 13. Weight in Grams: 188.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 144
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843107910
- ISBN
- 9781843107910
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.81
€ 24.81
Hardback. The book explains the medical aspects of autism and how parents and professionals can use current medical knowledge to understand how to address the medical aspects of autism. Bridging the communication gap between medical professionals and parents, this book offers accessible explanations of medical terminology and treatment relevant to ASDs. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MJNA; MMH; VFJB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 251 x 179 x 21. Weight in Grams: 564.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843108344
- ISBN
- 9781843108344
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 52.20
€ 52.20
Paperback. Offering a balanced overview of complementary and alternative therapies, this book will be useful for parents of children with autism, ADD or other learning disabilities. The book covers a wide variety of mind-body interventions and manipulative techniques, as well as energy therapies, biologically based methods, and alternative medical systems. Series: JKP Essentials. Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: MJNA; MJW; MMH; MX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 172 x 243 x 13. Weight in Grams: 368.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843108641
- ISBN
- 9781843108641
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.54
€ 21.54
Paperback. The reasons for the onset of manic depression are considered in order to further understand and assist treatment by increasing knowledge of how manic depressives actually feel. Particular difficulties in treatment are addressed, such as unresponsiveness and the problem of the manic high from which the patient may not want to recover. Num Pages: 200 pages, indices. BIC Classification: JFFG; MMH; MMJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 299.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853023477
- ISBN
- 9781853023477
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.47
€ 37.47
Paperback. This study examines the underlying theatrical underpinning of dramatherapy, which is firmly based on an understanding of processes which are fundamentally theatrical. It approaches the subject systematically, arguing that the hidden psychological mechanisms which make theatre work are the same as those which operate in dramatherapy. Num Pages: 176 pages, bibliography. BIC Classification: MMH; MQTC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 159 x 235 x 16. Weight in Grams: 256.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853024313
- ISBN
- 9781853024313
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.47
€ 37.47
Paperback. This book examines the potential of creative writing as a therapeutic tool. Illustrating a wide range of approaches, the contributors provide an introduction to thinking about creative writing in a personal development context with suggestions for further reading, and look at the potential evolution of therapeutic creative writing in the future. Editor(s): Hunt, Celia; Sampson, Fiona. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: MMH; MQTC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 335.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 220
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853024702
- ISBN
- 9781853024702
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.80
€ 33.80
Paperback. This is a comprehensive work which stems from the author's knowledge and experience of psychology, the theatre and psychodrama. It includes discussion of the theory behind psychodrama as well as the methods used in its practice; Roine writes of technical concepts in an accessible style, giving examples from her work in America and Norway. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: MMH; MQTC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 326.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853024948
- ISBN
- 9781853024948
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.47
€ 37.47
Paperback. This completely revised edition embraces new developments in this rapidly developing field. The wealth of up-to-date information provided will be invaluable not only for researchers and students but also for psychologists, teachers and other professionals, and parents, carers and family members in search of comprehensive and helpful information. Num Pages: 368 pages, bibliography, glossary. BIC Classification: JFFG; JMC; JNSG2; MJW; MMH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 157 x 20. Weight in Grams: 562.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853025556
- ISBN
- 9781853025556
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 46.08
€ 46.08
Paperback. This book consists of a series of assessments designed for professionals working with mentally disordered offenders and clients with challenging behaviours. It is written for psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, social workers, probation officers and professionals involved in court diversion schemes and is for use both before and after admission. Series: Forensic Focus. Num Pages: 76 pages, appendix. BIC Classification: MMH; MMJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 6. Weight in Grams: 226.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 76
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853025754
- ISBN
- 9781853025754
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 43.99€ 43.61
€ 43.99
€ 43.61
Hardcover. Using clinical examples, the contributors demonstrate the 'good enough' healing power of carefully constructed and supervised groups conducted by therapists who apply both Kohut's self psychological concepts and those currently evolving from intersubjectivity throughout the world. Editor(s): Harwood, Irene; Pines, Malcolm. Series: International Library of Group Analysis. Num Pages: 192 pages, illustrations, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: JMC; JMS; MMH; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 399.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853025969
- ISBN
- 9781853025969
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 70.59
€ 70.59
Paperback. This introductory book describes the complex ideas integral to group work in a clear and accessible way so as to make them available to a wide readership. Sheila Thompson provides ways to understand the group process and then shows how that understanding can be applied both inside and outside purely therapeutic settings. Series: International Library of Group Analysis. Num Pages: 232 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JMH; MMH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 353.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 229
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853026577
- ISBN
- 9781853026577
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 43.99€ 43.61
€ 43.99
€ 43.61
Paperback. The book provides essential information and analysis which exposes society's view of minorities and the influence these views may have on care professionals working in psychiatric and criminal justice systems. It suggests practical steps for improvement to ensure a more equitable and culturally sensitive service provision. Editor(s): Kaye, Charles; Lingiah, Tony. Series: Forensic Focus. Num Pages: 286 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: JFF; JFSL1; MBPK; MMH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 18. Weight in Grams: 435.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 286
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853026966
- ISBN
- 9781853026966
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 43.99€ 43.61
€ 43.99
€ 43.61
Paperback. The Blagg! and Pump! drama workshops combine dynamic drama techniques to explore issues of anger management and offending behaviour. They can be easily adapted to suit the particular needs or backgrounds of a variety of groups, from probationers and prisoners to 'at risk' youths. Both are appropriate for use with groups with behavioural problems. Num Pages: 144 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKVQ1; MMH; MQTC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 159 x 8. Weight in Grams: 236.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 143
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853027024
- ISBN
- 9781853027024
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.80
€ 33.80
Paperback. Edelson and Berg use stories to present, reflect on and learn from experience. The authors deplore the tendency to rely on individual psychology for understanding problems in groups or organizations and so, emphasizing the psychopathology of individuals, to blame them for what is going on. Series: International Library of Group Analysis. Num Pages: 450 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JMAF; MMH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 24. Weight in Grams: 571.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 450
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853027260
- ISBN
- 9781853027260
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 49.99€ 49.74
€ 49.99
€ 49.74
Paperback. This book is for improving understanding of individuals with mental illness. It offers theoretical knowledge of the methods of communication commonly adopted by individuals with a variety of diagnoses of mental illness and how information about communication can influence service provision, ending with suggestions for future policy and practice. Num Pages: 464 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JM; MMH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 246 x 173 x 25. Weight in Grams: 843.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 464
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853027321
- ISBN
- 9781853027321
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 43.99€ 43.61
€ 43.99
€ 43.61
Paperback. The author focuses on how to provide effective individual treatment within psychoeducational and psychotherapeutic groups, and examines the structural properties of such groups as organizational entities in their own right. The book is divided into two main parts, covering foundations and applications. Series: International Library of Group Analysis. Num Pages: 454 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MMH; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 29. Weight in Grams: 725.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 454
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853027956
- ISBN
- 9781853027956
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 43.99€ 43.61
€ 43.99
€ 43.61
Paperback. Waterhouse investigates how people with autism perceive the world, and discusses the symptoms, behaviours and possible causes of the condition. She emphasises the importance of taking into account the views of people with autism and their families. This is a practical and sympathetic book, of interest to professionals and non-professionals alike. Num Pages: 384 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: JMP; MMH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 562.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 382
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853028083
- ISBN
- 9781853028083
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.47
€ 37.47