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Paperback. A moving and insightful memoir about Mark Rice-Oxley's battle with depression, charting its vicious circles of despair, resignation and hope, this is a remarkable report from the frontline and a courageous call for compassion and understanding. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: BM; VFJB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 200 x 127 x 26. Weight in Grams: 242.
Publisher
Abacus
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2018
Condition
New
SKU
V9780349140308
ISBN
9780349140308
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 12.61

Paperback. Understanding 10-11-Year-Olds introduces the challenges that face children as they start to make their transition from childhood into adolescence. Rebecca Bergese guides the reader through the broad range of emotional and social challenges experienced by children as they are encouraged to take on greater responsibility. Series: The Tavistock Clinic - Understanding Your Child. Num Pages: 80 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: VFXC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 155 x 5. Weight in Grams: 138.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers United Kingdom
Number of pages
80
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843106746
ISBN
9781843106746
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.71

Paperback. This book offers helpful advice to parents whose children have reached the turbulent teenage years. From conflict management to issues of bullying, stealing and smoking, it guides parents as their children alternate between maturity and immaturity and develop their own identity. Series: The Tavistock Clinic - Understanding Your Child. Num Pages: 96 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: VFXC1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 231 x 158 x 7. Weight in Grams: 158.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
112
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843103677
ISBN
9781843103677
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.71

Paperback. Understanding 4-5-year-olds gives a thoughtful overview of the challenges that children face as they gradually move away from a strong attachment to their families and turn towards the wider world of school and life outside the family. Series: The Tavistock Clinic - Understanding Your Child. Num Pages: 80 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JMC; VFXC; VSP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 155 x 7. Weight in Grams: 138.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
80
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843105343
ISBN
9781843105343
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.71

Paperback. This accessible book provides a wealth of information to help parents, educators and carers better relate to children at this exciting, yet demanding, stage of development. Corinne Aves offers guidance on encouraging children's development and helping them to cope with changing expectations of their behaviour. Series: The Tavistock Clinic - Understanding Your Child. Num Pages: 80 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: VFXC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 226 x 155 x 5. Weight in Grams: 136.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
80
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843104674
ISBN
9781843104674
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.71

Paperback. Understanding 8-9-Year-Olds describes how children grow and change as they move further away from reliance on home and family, out into the world of school and community. Biddy Youell looks at the ways in which eight and nine year olds experience their world and highlights some of the difficulties that may hinder their development. Series: The Tavistock Clinic - Understanding Your Child. Num Pages: 80 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: VFXC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 155 x 6. Weight in Grams: 126.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
80
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843106739
ISBN
9781843106739
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.71

Paperback. Are you looking for a book that is about more than just drugs or alcohol misuse? This comprehensive text uniquely examines both pharmacological and non-pharmacological addictions. Highlighting the multi-professional nature of work in this area, it examines current theory and research, effects, assessment and intervention strategies available. Num Pages: 312 pages, 54 black & white tables, 1 figures. BIC Classification: JFFH1; MMH; MMZR; MQCL5; VFJK. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 225 x 147 x 19. Weight in Grams: 462.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Number of pages
312
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
2011th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780230240193
ISBN
9780230240193
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 59.22

paperback. Fully revised to take account of the latest developments in the treatment and diagnosis of ADHD, this text covers topics such as: the causes; how to help improve behaviour at home and at school; making the diagnosis; medication and alternative therapies; and boosting self esteem. Num Pages: 288 pages, 1. BIC Classification: VFJ; VFXC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 158 x 19. Weight in Grams: 362.
Publisher
Vermilion
Number of pages
288
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Edition
Second Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780091817008
ISBN
9780091817008
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 20.35

Paperback. BIC Classification: VFD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 157 x 147 x 4. Weight in Grams: 60.
Publisher
Corpus Publishing Limited United Kingdom
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781904439332
ISBN
9781904439332
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 6.55

Paperback. Written by a compassionate and experienced anesthesiologist and backed by scientifically accurate information and the latest research, this book will help patients do just that. Series: A Johns Hopkins Press Health Book. Num Pages: 168 pages, 15, 15 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: MMB; VFD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 163 x 12. Weight in Grams: 234.
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
168
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781421403175
ISBN
9781421403175
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.10

Hardback. Written by a compassionate and experienced anesthesiologist and backed by scientifically accurate information and the latest research, this book will help patients do just that. Series: A Johns Hopkins Press Health Book. Num Pages: 168 pages, 15, 15 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: MMB; VFD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 17. Weight in Grams: 363.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
168
Condition
New
SKU
V9781421403168
ISBN
9781421403168
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 54.99
€ 46.13

Paperback. Autism affects more than 1 million children and adults in the United States, and parents may be confused by the behavior of autistic children. This book provides help-and hope-by explaining the differences between various types of autism and delivering the lowdown on behavioral, educational, medical, other interventions. Num Pages: 384 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JMP; MJNA; MMH; VFD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 188 x 20. Weight in Grams: 610.
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Number of pages
384
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764525476
ISBN
9780764525476
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 19.49

Paperback. The author describes the different categories and causes of challenging behaviour in people with dementia, and provides tried-and-tested models which aid identification, assessment and treatment. A thorough evaluation of the use of psychotropic medication is provided, as well as of a wide range of psychological and biopsychosocial interventions. Series Editor(s): Downs, Murna. Num Pages: 176 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSG; MJND; VFD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 163 x 12. Weight in Grams: 262.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
176
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
Illustrated
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849051088
ISBN
9781849051088
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 35.02

Paperback. Compassionate, accessible, and informative, Understanding Cancer will increase the reader's knowledge of medical concepts and terms so the person with cancer, the family, and the health care team can work together efficiently-and effectively. Num Pages: 232 pages, 15, 15 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: MJCL; VFJB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 214 x 144 x 16. Weight in Grams: 276.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Edition
2 Rev ed
Number of pages
232
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801884184
ISBN
9780801884184
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.49

Paperback. A great starting point for parents and professionals when they first encounter cerebral palsy, this book provides essential information on causes, types, symptoms and treatments as well as practical tips on everyday considerations such as communication and diet. This positive handbook will help readers more fully understand cerebral palsy. Series: JKP Essentials. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: JNSC; VFJD; VFXC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 172 x 13. Weight in Grams: 412.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849050609
ISBN
9781849050609
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.54

Paperback. As many parents know, eczema amongst children can be a difficult, painful and frustrating condition to cope with for the parent and the child. It frequently causes irritable behaviour in the child and sleep disruption. Series: Understanding Illness & Health. Num Pages: 120 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: VFD; VFJB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 9. Weight in Grams: 216.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
120
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470847596
ISBN
9780470847596
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.72

Hardback. Permanent hearing loss in children is far more common than most people know, affecting thousands of newborns and older children each year. This book offers parents and caregivers a guide to what to expect when a child has a hearing loss, how to treat it, and how to support both the child and the whole family when faced with hearing loss. Series: Whole Family Approaches to Childhood Illnesses and Disorders. Num Pages: 200 pages, 3 black & white halftones, 3 graphs. BIC Classification: VFJD; VFX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 158 x 19. Weight in Grams: 440.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield
Condition
New
SKU
V9781442226661
ISBN
9781442226661
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 61.61

Paperback. This book is a highly practical book that explains how best to help and support a child whose parent or carer has died. As well as offering valuable insight into the impact of death on children, the author provides practical guidelines for how teachers and parents can better support children through parental bereavement while they are at school. Num Pages: 224 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: JFSP1; JHBZ; VFJX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 138 x 13. Weight in Grams: 281.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843100164
ISBN
9781843100164
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 35.00

Chronic fatigue syndrome is a confusing and disputed disorder that affects more and more people. Here, Naheed Ali sheds light on this ill-understood and yet debilitating disorder. Readers will come away with not only a better understanding of what constitutes CFS but various ways of dealing with its symptoms. Num Pages: 270 pages. BIC Classification: VFJB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 160 x 24. Weight in Grams: 540.
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
270
Condition
New
SKU
V9781442226579
ISBN
9781442226579
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 68.04

Paperback. Diabetes is one of the most common chronic medical disorders, and its incidence continues to rise. This book offers patients an overview of the disease and the treatment regimens. It explores the psychological aspects of the disease, focusing on the difficulty many people have in sticking to treatment regimens. Series: Understanding Illness & Health. Num Pages: 136 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: VFD; VFJB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 158 x 10. Weight in Grams: 210.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
136
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470850343
ISBN
9780470850343
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.31

Paperback. This fully-updated second edition has been revised to reflect current practice and developments, providing clear and positive answers to questions commonly asked by parents and teachers about dyspraxia. Maureen Boon identifies the characteristics of dyspraxia, explaining assessment procedures and identifying what can be done to help. Series: JKP Essentials. Num Pages: 144 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JMC; MMH; VFJB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 245 x 173 x 10. Weight in Grams: 278.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
240
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
2nd ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849050692
ISBN
9781849050692
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.15

Paperback. Series: Family Doctor Books. Num Pages: 248 pages, illustrated. BIC Classification: VFD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 183 x 116 x 15. Weight in Grams: 258. Clean copy in mylar
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Family Doctor Publications Ltd
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KCW0000645
ISBN
9781903474389
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. Mindick provides an explanation of the types, causes, and characteristics of prosopagnosia. Providing an insider's perspective on the condition, she suggests ways to recognize the signs of facial recognition difficulties in children, and offers specific ideas for ensuring that they are properly supported in their learning and social development. Series: JKP Essentials. Num Pages: 144 pages. BIC Classification: JNSG2; VFJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 245 x 174 x 9. Weight in Grams: 294.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
144
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849058025
ISBN
9781849058025
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.81

Paperback. This is the essential guide to FASD - the most common non-genetic learning disability, which is caused by alcohol consumption during pregnancy. It explains how FASD affects individuals at different stages of their lives, how you can identify it, and gives advice on how to support children, young people and adults with FASD. Series: JKP Essentials. Num Pages: 168 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables. BIC Classification: JKSF; JKSN; VFJB; VFVK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 249 x 174 x 10. Weight in Grams: 316.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849053945
ISBN
9781849053945
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.41

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