Medicine: general issues
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Medicine: general issues
Paperback. This third edition of Understanding and Applying Medical Anthropology, thoroughly updated and including 17 new selections and articles written for this volume on such themes as Ebola, PTSD, autism, and obesity, remains the seminal textbook in the field. Editor(s): Brown, Peter J.; Closser, Svea. Num Pages: 420 pages. BIC Classification: JHMC; MBS; PSXM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 279 x 216. Weight in Grams: 525.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Left Coast Press Inc
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781629582917
- ISBN
- 9781629582917
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 93.01
€ 93.01
Hardback. Presents readers with a basic understanding of the important legal definitions, legal doctrines, malpractice and risk management information, ethics and patient rights relevant to the field of diagnostic imaging and the role of the imaging professional. Num Pages: 216 pages. BIC Classification: MBQ; MMP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 430.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Inc
- Edition
- 4th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781420086638
- ISBN
- 9781420086638
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 161.72
€ 161.72
Hardback. Includes a basic introduction to epidemiology in the occupational context and introduces analytic methods. This volume emphasizes the relation between occupation and a variety of illnesses. It covers the epidemiologic literature on occupation. It also includes case studies in occupational epidemiology. Num Pages: 312 pages, 153 black & white tables. BIC Classification: KNXC; MBNS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 19. Weight in Grams: 694.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1990
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Inc United States
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 312
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780849349270
- ISBN
- 9780849349270
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 273.48
€ 273.48
Hardback. "This book provides pertinent and practical information about how to create, work, and thrive in an integrated care (IC) setting. Unlike other books on the subject, it focuses on the "nuts and bolts" of establishing an IC practice; it also covers material that is often missing from or insufficiently covered in the existing literature"-- Editor(s): Curtis, Russ C.; Christian, Eric. Num Pages: 358 pages, 5 black & white illustrations, 22 black & white tables. BIC Classification: MBPK; MMH; MMJ. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 232 x 160 x 25. Weight in Grams: 636.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 358
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780415891325
- ISBN
- 9780415891325
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 90.44
€ 90.44
Hardback. Editor(s): MacKian, Sara; Simons, Joan. Num Pages: 608 pages, Illustrations (black and white, and green, black and white). BIC Classification: JKS; KJM; MBP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 246 x 174 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1587.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 608
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780415658508
- ISBN
- 9780415658508
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 198.91
€ 198.91
Paperback. This volume provides a concise introduction to the diverse ideas about disease and its treatment throughout the world. Drawing on case studies from ancient Egypt to 21st-century America and Europe, this survey discusses concepts of sickness and forms of treatment in different cultures. Series: Themes in World History. Num Pages: 176 pages, 10 black & white tables. BIC Classification: HBG; MBX; MJC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 159 x 234 x 14. Weight in Grams: 278.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780415278171
- ISBN
- 9780415278171
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 55.56
€ 55.56
Paperback. Num Pages: 208 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSJ1; JFSL9; MBP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 12. Weight in Grams: 322.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Rutgers University Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813564685
- ISBN
- 9780813564685
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 43.99€ 38.62
€ 43.99
€ 38.62
Paperback. Focusing on the experiences of counsellors themselves, this book is a comprehensive resource for counsellors working in health contexts and for the health professionals who work with them, and may take on counselling roles, which will inform and improve their work. Editor(s): Etherington, Kim. Num Pages: 288 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156. Weight in Grams: 435.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 276
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853029387
- ISBN
- 9781853029387
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.13
€ 38.13
Paperback. The book examines the provision made for people with mental illness and their carers, and the support that is available to them. It includes information on housing, employment, social services and the law. Accessible, practical and comprehensive, this handbook acts as a one-stop shop for anyone caring for a person with a mental illness. Editor(s): Ramsey, Rosalind; Szmukler, George; Gerada, Clare; Mars, Sara. Num Pages: 304 pages, glossary, index. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 1DBKW; JKS; LN; MBPK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 159 x 17. Weight in Grams: 456.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853029349
- ISBN
- 9781853029349
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 36.99€ 36.87
€ 36.99
€ 36.87
Paperback. Anthea Innes provides a complete guide to running a training programme for dementia care workers. She begins with a brief outline of the key factors to consider prior to the design and implementation of a programme. In particular the book stresses the importance of getting to know the care setting in which the trainees will practise. Series: University of Bradford Dementia Good Practice Guides. Num Pages: 128 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: JFFG; MBPK; MQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 143 x 8. Weight in Grams: 182.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 128
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853027611
- ISBN
- 9781853027611
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.37
€ 32.37
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
€ 44.99€ 44.37
€ 44.99
€ 44.37
Paperback. Disability Politics and Community Care encourages health and welfare professionals and policy makers to start working much more closely with disabled people themselves. He presents practical suggestions for the changes necessary for the proposed reorganisation of service provision which will re-define direct work with disabled people. Num Pages: 256 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFG; JKS; MBN; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 158 x 237 x 17. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853026522
- ISBN
- 9781853026522
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 53.99
€ 53.99
Paperback. The first book to address the subject in its own right, this book targets good practice and stimulates an agenda for change. The contributors explore the implications for younger people with dementia and their families at personal and service-development levels. They call for a multi-disciplinary approach to all stages of the provision of services. Editor(s): Cox, Sylvia; Keady, John. Num Pages: 336 pages, index. BIC Classification: JFFG; JKSN; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 162 x 18. Weight in Grams: 496.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853025884
- ISBN
- 9781853025884
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.72
€ 38.72
Paperback. For professionals in health, social care and children's services, an ability to negotiate successfully is vital. Keith Fletcher explains how to prepare for and deal with negotiation situations more confidently so that settlements can be reached which satisfy all parties. Num Pages: 200 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JKSW; KJM; KJN; KNV; MBPM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 10. Weight in Grams: 254.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853025495
- ISBN
- 9781853025495
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 53.13
€ 53.13
Paperback. Written with the help of sufferers and carers to give a consumer's perspective of how the mental health services react when a person becomes mentally ill. The book focuses on the problems that can arise when someone undergoes a formal assessment for compulsory admission to hospital and examines what can go wrong with the assessment process. Series: Living with Serious Mental Illness. Num Pages: 144 pages, glossary, index. BIC Classification: JFFG; MBPK; MMJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 217.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 144
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853024580
- ISBN
- 9781853024580
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 44.99€ 44.37
€ 44.99
€ 44.37
Paperback. Written for all those concerned with providing services for people with dementia and their families, this book explores the idea that communication is not only possible but also vital to the understanding and the development of services. The book is based on a series of interviews with sufferers and professionals working in the field. Num Pages: 192 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN; JMM; MBPK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 160 x 11. Weight in Grams: 298.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853024061
- ISBN
- 9781853024061
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 29.38
€ 29.38
Paperback. Examining the theory and practice of work with people with mental health problems, this volume considers the current state of policy and organisation and the changes that have taken place over the last decade in the field. The book charts the move away from separate, specialist services, and the resultant impact on service provision. Editor(s): Ulas, Marion; Connor, Anne. Series: Research Highlights in Social Work. Num Pages: 256 pages, forms. BIC Classification: JFFG; JKSN; MBPK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 353.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 250
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853023026
- ISBN
- 9781853023026
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 46.99€ 46.87
€ 46.99
€ 46.87
Paperback. Based on a tried and tested needs-based approach it begins by looking at the present 'state of play' in society's approach to schizophrenia, and the experiences of both sufferers and their families. It goes on to identify the needs raised by such experiences and considers ways of meeting them, before detailing methods of intervention. Num Pages: 200 pages, references, further reading list, index. BIC Classification: JKSN; JMS; MBP; MMJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 317.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1987
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853022425
- ISBN
- 9781853022425
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.13
€ 38.13
Paperback. Written collaboratively with service users, this book examines how to make service user participation in health and social care work. With contributions from service users from a variety of projects and backgrounds, it demonstrates how to make partnerships successful, from the first green shoots to the blossoms of positive outcomes. Num Pages: 224 pages, 230 black & white cartoons. BIC Classification: JKS; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 148 x 12. Weight in Grams: 342.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849051934
- ISBN
- 9781849051934
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 35.63
€ 35.63
Paperback. This book summarises the symptoms often experienced and offers an explanation of the underlying medical condition, together with suggestions as to how to help reduce the child's suffering. The findings of the latest research are presented in an understandable way, with a glossary explaining some of the terms often used by medics in plain language. Num Pages: 80 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MBNH3; MJNA; VFD; WBHS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 213 x 139 x 6. Weight in Grams: 110.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 80
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843109846
- ISBN
- 9781843109846
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.64
€ 20.64