Child & developmental psychology
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Child & developmental psychology
Hardcover. Anyone working with disadvantaged children and those with learning disabilities will be interested in Human Resilience's practical implications: how resilience can be improved both by personal characteristics such as self-esteem, problem-solving ability or sociability, interacting with external support. Num Pages: 432 pages, index. BIC Classification: JMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 32. Weight in Grams: 798.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 432
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843101383
- ISBN
- 9781843101383
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 86.34
€ 86.34
Paperback. Anyone working with disadvantaged children and those with learning disabilities will be interested in Human Resilience's practical implications: how resilience can be improved both by personal characteristics such as self-esteem, problem-solving ability or sociability, interacting with external support. Num Pages: 432 pages. BIC Classification: JMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 662.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843101390
- ISBN
- 9781843101390
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 86.34
€ 86.34
Paperback. Delfos discusses a variety of childhood behavioural problems, including anxiety problems, depression and ADHD. Presenting a model of the interplay of environment, disposition and central nervous system development, she shows how differences in brain structure between the sexes may play a part in behavioural problems in children and adolescents. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JMC; MMH; MMJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 159 x 18. Weight in Grams: 453.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843101963
- ISBN
- 9781843101963
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.65
€ 34.65
Paperback. This training programme has been developed in response to a real need for evidence-based early interventions for very young autistic children. It is designed to reduce the severity of emotional/behavioural difficulties by managing a child's particular problems and encouraging effective collaboration between professionals and parents. Num Pages: 144 pages. BIC Classification: JFSP1; JMC; MJW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 10. Weight in Grams: 226.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 144
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843103417
- ISBN
- 9781843103417
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 58.78
€ 58.78
Paperback. This book is a concise and authoritative guide for professionals working with deaf children and their families. It draws on the latest evidence to explain the impact of hearing impairment and uses case studies to focus on the key issues for assessment and intervention. It also suggests practical strategies for treatment and development. Num Pages: 208 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN; JMC; MJPD; MJW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 231 x 157 x 14. Weight in Grams: 320.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843104148
- ISBN
- 9781843104148
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 40.91
€ 40.99
€ 40.91
Hardback. Shattered Lives bears witness to the lives of children who have experienced abuse and neglect, and highlights the effects of early traumatic episodes. Chapters take the form of letters to a child capturing their life experiences, hugely impacted by sexual abuse, parental substance misuse and loss, leading to feelings of shame, and worthlessness. Num Pages: 176 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFE1; JKSB1; JMC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 242 x 160 x 17. Weight in Grams: 474.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843104346
- ISBN
- 9781843104346
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 34.64
€ 34.64
Paperback. This dictionary aims to dispel any confusion that arises from the misinterpretation of language. It provides explanations of over 5000 idiomatic expressions and a useful guide to their politeness level. Each expression is accompanied by a clear explanation of its meaning and when and how it might be used. Num Pages: 256 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: GBC; JMC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 159 x 14. Weight in Grams: 388.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843105183
- ISBN
- 9781843105183
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 27.88
€ 27.88
Hardback. This book examines the risk factors surrounding children at risk of experiencing and perpetrating violence, and looks at the positive role that children's rights can play in their protection. The authors propose that violence in childhood is not spontaneous: that children are raised to become violent in poorly functioning families. Num Pages: 288 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSB1; JMC; YXZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 571.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843106982
- ISBN
- 9781843106982
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.17
€ 66.17
Paperback. Jennifer Overton uses the key calendar events in the year to discuss the roller coaster of emotions that accompany life with her autistic son Nicholas. This book is a powerful account of what it is like to mother an autistic child, which puts a human face to autism amid all the overwhelming myths and facts that surround it. Num Pages: 224 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: BG; JMC; MMJ; VFJB; VFX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 344.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843107231
- ISBN
- 9781843107231
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 30.85
€ 30.85
Paperback. The authors provide a diagnostic model based on assessment of the child in contrast to 'neurotypical' children, considering relationships at home, school or in care. They show how to develop early intervention strategies and aid parents, teachers and mental health professionals in making informed decisions to nurture the development of AS children. Num Pages: 320 pages, indexes. BIC Classification: JMC; JNS; VFJD; VFX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 236 x 157 x 16. Weight in Grams: 464.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843107484
- ISBN
- 9781843107484
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.64
€ 34.64
Paperback. The authors argue that theory must be combined with data for it to be used effectively in developmental intervention. Aimed at professionals and parents, the authors explain how to write basic developmental goals, how to collect data and analyse it and how to use the results of analysis to inform the next round of intervention decisions. Num Pages: 256 pages, charts, references, index. BIC Classification: JMC; MMJ; MMZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 297 x 210 x 15. Weight in Grams: 616.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843107538
- ISBN
- 9781843107538
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 53.57
€ 53.57
Paperback. This workbook is designed for parents of children with developmental disabilities. It offers step-by-step instructions for drawing up and implementing behaviour plans that successfully address and improve challenging behaviours. The book is full of checklists and activities to monitor and assess behaviours and track a child's development. Num Pages: 160 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JMC; VFX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 280 x 211 x 9. Weight in Grams: 400.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843108092
- ISBN
- 9781843108092
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 28.35
€ 28.35
Hardback. When Sally Kirk's son, Will, was diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder, she did everything she could to understand his condition and to find ways of improving his life. Here, she shares the story of her journey and how her discovery of biomedical interventions significantly improved his behaviour and changed their lives for the better. Num Pages: 432 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JMC; MJNA; VFJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 29. Weight in Grams: 734.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 432
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843108948
- ISBN
- 9781843108948
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 53.57
€ 53.57
Paperback. This book is about boyfriends and girlfriends - getting them, keeping them and moving on from them. The book will be essential reading for professionals and parents struggling with the ferocity of young people's feelings where 'I love you!' and 'I hate you!' are never far apart. Num Pages: 144 pages. BIC Classification: JFSP2; JKSN2; JMC; JMD; JNH; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 215 x 142 x 10. Weight in Grams: 210.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 144
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849050555
- ISBN
- 9781849050555
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.57
€ 24.57
Paperback. The respective authors are some of the leading developmental scholars of this time, and are also major proponents of the theoretical traditions they address. An excellent text for senior undergraduates and graduate students and a worthwhile addition to the library shelf of any serious student of developmental psychology. Editor(s): Vasta, Ross. Num Pages: 304 pages, black & white illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: JFSP1; JMC; MJW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 508.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- New edition
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853021374
- ISBN
- 9781853021374
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 66.17
€ 66.17
Paperback. A comprehensive resource manual, this book looks at the theory and development of group work as a form of family therapy, the settings in which group work may be used, and effective therapeutic methods. The book also discusses how to deal with themes that may orient groups and the administrative and management concerns involved in groups work. Editor(s): Dwivedi, Kedar Nath. Num Pages: 368 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSB1; JMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 157 x 20. Weight in Grams: 566.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 350
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853021572
- ISBN
- 9781853021572
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 47.27
€ 47.27
Paperback. Using a life course approach, which emphasises the importance of recognising the effects of different life experiences on different groups of individuals and the interlinkage between phases of the life course, the book explores the ways in which bases of structural advantage and disadvantage have cumulative impacts on the situation of older people. Editor(s): Arber, Sara; Evandrou, Maria. Num Pages: 256 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSP31; JKSG; JMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 157 x 15. Weight in Grams: 435.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 250
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853021800
- ISBN
- 9781853021800
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 40.96
€ 40.99
€ 40.96
Paperback. The authors explore the reasons for a child's failure from a range of disciplines. Topics covered include social influences as well as emotional, physical and psychological factors. This book, by an international team of experts in the field, is a rare search for answers to the question why and how children fail. Editor(s): Varma, Ved. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JMC; JNA; JNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 326.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853021862
- ISBN
- 9781853021862
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.44
€ 38.44
Hardcover. The period of childhood which falls between the early years and adolescence is a comparatively neglected area of study. In its combination of viewpoints, set against a background of related research, law, policy and practice, this book offers a rich and challenging study of an important period of the child's development. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: JFSP1; JFSP2; JKSB1; JMC; VFXC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853024726
- ISBN
- 9781853024726
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 72.46
€ 72.46
Paperback. The period of childhood which falls between the early years and adolescence is a comparatively neglected area of study. In its combination of viewpoints, set against a background of related research, law, policy and practice, this book offers a rich and challenging study of an important period of the child's development. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: JFSP1; JFSP2; JKSB1; JMC; VFXC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 299.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853024733
- ISBN
- 9781853024733
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 72.46
€ 72.46