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Paperback. The contributors discuss the evaluation of care at different levels and in various settings, particularly long stay care, covering evaluation methods, ethics, use of technology and the user's role in the evaluation process itself. Their contributions are a useful basis for the discussion of future challenges in evaluation of dementia care. Editor(s): Innes, Anthea; McCabe, Louise. Num Pages: 272 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSG; JKSN; MJND; MQCL4. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 158 x 17. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843104292
- ISBN
- 9781843104292
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.13
€ 32.13
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
€ 41.25
€ 41.25
Paperback. Standing on His Own Two Feet offers an insight into how health care systems serve the terminally ill, the choices faced by families, and ways of providing the best possible care at home and maintaining the patient's dignity until the end. In particular, Sue Grant deals sensitively with the care needs of young adults. Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: BG; MJCL; VFJB; VFJX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 281.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843103684
- ISBN
- 9781843103684
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.40
€ 33.40
Paperback. This book meets the needs of adults with disabilities. It is a comprehensive resource providing relevant, cognitively-suitable and age-appropriate information and exercises to aid trainers working with adults with physical and multiple disabilities, and is suitable for people with mild intellectual disability and severe communication impairment. Num Pages: 208 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFG; JKSN2; MBPK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 297 x 210 x 9. Weight in Grams: 356.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843103530
- ISBN
- 9781843103530
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 53.55
€ 53.55
Paperback. This practical book provides simple ways to reduce stress-related behaviours in people with dementia. The author suggests strategies for managing problems with feeding, bathing, toileting and sleep, looks at how to understand and cope with wandering, agitation and inappropriate sexual activity, and discusses ways of defusing aggressive behaviour. Num Pages: 96 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: MJND; MJX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 7. Weight in Grams: 160.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 96
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843103493
- ISBN
- 9781843103493
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.13
€ 32.13
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. The author considers neuroscience and psychobiology to identify analogies with the potential of musical expression to bring about therapeutic change, as observed during his work with children with autistic spectrum and pervasive developmental disorders. Num Pages: 192 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: MQTC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 160 x 11. Weight in Grams: 294.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843103363
- ISBN
- 9781843103363
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 30.87
€ 30.99
€ 30.87
Paperback. This book shows how carefully planned and assessed treatment can help traumatized children. It outlines how to set up a process for measuring a child's progress towards recovery. Uniquely, the book describes a practical outcomes-based approach that can be provided by an integrated multi-disciplinary team. Series Editor(s): Tomlinson, Patrick. Series: Delivering Recovery. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN; MBPK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 157 x 8. Weight in Grams: 258.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843103301
- ISBN
- 9781843103301
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.84
€ 25.84
Paperback. This book describes how emotional, physical and sexual abuse impact on children's development, and discuss attachment, separation, loss, and the effects of trauma on brain functioning. They provide guidance on preparing for sessions and creating safe therapeutic environments, and explain the importance of involving carers in the recovery process. Series: Delivering Recovery. Num Pages: 144 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFE1; MJW; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 156 x 9. Weight in Grams: 234.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 144
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843103295
- ISBN
- 9781843103295
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 28.35
€ 28.35
Paperback. This book offers a comprehensive overview of clinical, research and personal perspectives on Asperger Syndrome, including contributions from parents and experts in the fields of psychology, social work, psychiatry, genetics, sexology and vocational counselling. Editor(s): Stoddart, Kevin. Num Pages: 384 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFG; MMH; VFJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 232 x 157 x 24. Weight in Grams: 598.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843103196
- ISBN
- 9781843103196
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 85.09
€ 85.09
Paperback. Maud Deckmar tells a touching and honest story of living with Fred, her eldest child, who has autism and an intellectual disability. She recounts here the great struggles and sorrows as well as the love and happiness she has experienced from his early childhood to adulthood. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: MMH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 299.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843103127
- ISBN
- 9781843103127
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.40
€ 33.40
Paperback. The authors show that where neuro-degenerative disease restricts movement, communication and thought processes and impairs the sense of self, music therapy is an effective intervention in neurological rehabilitation, successfully restoring the performance of identity within which clients can recognise themselves. Editor(s): Aldridge, David. Num Pages: 272 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: MJN; MQTC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 232 x 156 x 21. Weight in Grams: 446.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843103028
- ISBN
- 9781843103028
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 40.96
€ 40.99
€ 40.96
Paperback. In this sympathetic book, Tamar Granot explains the immediate and long-term effects of loss on children and adolescents. She describes how loss is experienced at different ages, explaining the significant consequences it can have on the development of personality. Without You provides valuable guidance for parents and carers of bereaved children. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JHBZ; JKSN2; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 231 x 158 x 16. Weight in Grams: 370.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843102977
- ISBN
- 9781843102977
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.44
€ 38.44
Paperback. The multi-disability nature of acquired brain injury and its complex effects make the return to employment particularly problematic. This book provides a clear overview of the cognitive and psychological difficulties associated with brain injury and discusses how people affected by it can prepare for and remain in employment. Num Pages: 144 pages. BIC Classification: MMZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 215 x 140 x 9. Weight in Grams: 172.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 144
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843102922
- ISBN
- 9781843102922
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.40
€ 33.40
Paperback. This practical resource book for professionals covers the broad spectrum of students attending special needs schools. Paula Crimmens places therapeutic storymaking within the context of drama therapy and offers practical advice on how to structure and set up sessions to be compatible with special needs learning environments. Num Pages: 208 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JNS; MQTC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 157 x 12. Weight in Grams: 320.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843102915
- ISBN
- 9781843102915
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.67
€ 34.67
Paperback. The authors discuss risk factors for self-harm, including depression, substance abuse and antisocial behaviour, and critically examine key screening instruments that can be used to assess risk. They describe how suicidal behaviour can be managed and prevented, and look at the effectiveness of aftercare treatment for those who self-harm. Series: Child and Adolescent Mental Health. Num Pages: 144 pages. BIC Classification: MBPK; MMH; VFJ; VFXC1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 156 x 10. Weight in Grams: 222.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 144
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843102373
- ISBN
- 9781843102373
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 40.96
€ 40.99
€ 40.96
Paperback. The authors consider how ethnicity is defined, and how the field of mental health has developed in the West according to Western concepts of health and well-being, and show how an understanding of the key practice issues and policy and academic debates can enable professionals to develop and fine-tune their cultural competence. Editor(s): Malek, Mhemooda; Joughin, Carol. Series: Child and Adolescent Mental Health. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MBPK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 232 x 158 x 12. Weight in Grams: 348.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 236
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843102366
- ISBN
- 9781843102366
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.40
€ 33.40
Paperback. The authors take a multidisciplinary approach and employ both medical and psycho-social models of depression. The medical model is used to identify symptoms, make diagnoses and work towards optimal treatment. Psycho-social perspectives provide insight into the scale and complexity of the condition and point to its social causes. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSG; MBPK; MJX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 138 x 10. Weight in Grams: 199.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843102342
- ISBN
- 9781843102342
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 27.09
€ 27.09
Paperback. The book explores what it is like to be an adolescent with AS through interviews with Teodor, a 'psychologically unusual' twelve-year-old. In this case study, Vuletic and Ferrari combine an autobiographical account with perspectives from other people who know Teodor, while simultaneously integrating psychiatric and psychological research on autism. Num Pages: 208 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: MJNA; MJW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 326.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843102137
- ISBN
- 9781843102137
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 30.86
€ 30.99
€ 30.86
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