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Paperback. "As a practitioner in the field for over thirty years, I have been exposed to endless 'planning' sessions that are prescriptive to the point of being oppressive. Thistext 'gives permission' to the practitioner to allow for emergence, uncertainty, and ambiguity in the planning process. Num Pages: 320 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 448.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470126417
ISBN
9780470126417
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 78.59

Paperback. An introduction to the philosophy, theory and practice of the person-centred approach. Focusing on the psychological underpinnings of the approach, this book describes the theory of personality on which it is based and the nature of the therapeutic which is characterised by: unconditional positive regard, empathy, and congruence. Num Pages: 216 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN2. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 241 x 171 x 7. Weight in Grams: 378.
Publisher
SAGE Publications Inc
Number of pages
216
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780761943358
ISBN
9780761943358
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 56.89

Paperback. This text offers a systematic examination of the origins, character, effects and prospects of generous welfare states in advanced industrial democracies in the post-World War II era. The authors demonstrate that prolonged government by different parties results in different welfare states. Num Pages: 426 pages, 28 tables. BIC Classification: JKS; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 231 x 151 x 25. Weight in Grams: 584.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226356471
ISBN
9780226356471
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 25.94

Hardcover. Editor(s): Brooks, Evelyn. Num Pages: 153 pages. BIC Classification: JKSW1; LATC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 160 x 234 x 16. Weight in Grams: 368.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Nova Science Pub Inc
Condition
New
SKU
V9781634831475
ISBN
9781634831475
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 230.68
€ 172.43

Paperback. Following the experiences of five adults with learning disabilities and their carers, this resource comprises a series of short stories focusing on different areas of decision-making. Sections for the carer explore the issues raised in the story, while illustrations help the reader to engage imaginatively with the stories and the issues involved. Illustrator(s): Baker, Tim. Num Pages: 120 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFG; JKS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 7. Weight in Grams: 154.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Pub
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
94
Condition
New
SKU
V9781853026942
ISBN
9781853026942
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 30.87

Paperback. This book provides the theoretical context for the Youth Empowerment Partnership Programme programme. It gives a full account of the process and outcomes of its unique development and reflects on the lessons learnt for future policy. Num Pages: 176 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 233 x 162 x 12. Weight in Grams: 352.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
SKU
V9781447305927
ISBN
9781447305927
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 38.86

Paperback. Explores the political challenges of responding to a stigmatized condition, and identifies ethnic boundaries - the formal and informal institutions that divide societies - as a central influence on politics and policymaking. Num Pages: 368 pages, 11 line illus. 21 tables. BIC Classification: 1QFG; JFFH2; JFFJ; JKSR; JPQB; MBNS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 233 x 156 x 21. Weight in Grams: 518.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691140193
ISBN
9780691140193
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 33.55

Hardcover. Editor(s): Arnold, Eva Nicole. Num Pages: 226 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 184 x 264 x 17. Weight in Grams: 606.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Nova Science Pub Inc
Condition
New
SKU
V9781633213159
ISBN
9781633213159
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 288.64
€ 195.72

Hardcover. This highly topical book presents recent, significant research from eight nations where childcare markets are the norm. Num Pages: 264 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSB1. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 237 x 159 x 20. Weight in Grams: 556.
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
264
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847429339
ISBN
9781847429339
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 105.19

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
Reprint
Number of pages
264
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847429346
ISBN
9781847429346
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 38.74

Hardback. In some countries, they call them the 'abandonados', the abandoned ones. They're the mentally ill and mentally disabled patients being warehoused in psychiatric asylums that are more run-down, more uncaring than the most brutal American prisons. This work contains images that reveal the inhumane treatment suffered by the mentally disabled. Series: The William and Bettye Nowlin Series in Art, History, and Culture of the Western Hemisphere. Num Pages: 152 pages, 71 duotones, 1 DVD. BIC Classification: AJCR; JKSM; MBPK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 222 x 174 x 18. Weight in Grams: 654.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
University of Texas Press United States
Number of pages
152
Condition
New
SKU
V9780292719101
ISBN
9780292719101
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 47.45

Paperback. A new and completely revised edition of this guide to counselling for non-professionals. Num Pages: 445 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 157 x 23. Weight in Grams: 682.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Newleaf
Edition
3rd Revised edition
Condition
New
SKU
9780717133475
ISBN
9780717133475
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.40

Hardcover. Editor(s): Zelik, Eugene B. Num Pages: 121 pages, tables, charts & illus. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JKSW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 238 x 159 x 15. Weight in Grams: 382.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
121
Condition
New
SKU
V9781606926390
ISBN
9781606926390
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 100.54
€ 70.23

Paperback. This comprehensive guide covers everything from the symptoms and diagnosis of dementia to community and residential care options, support for carers, ethical and legal considerations, end of life decisions and the latest research and treatment options. It will demystify the condition and be an invaluable resource for relatives and professionals. Editor(s): Moniz-Cook, Esme; Manthorpe, Jill. Num Pages: 240 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSM; MBPK; MJND; MQCL4. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 154 x 17. Weight in Grams: 366.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843106838
ISBN
9781843106838
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.65

paperback. Series: Centre for Development Research Publications S. Num Pages: 228 pages, d.M. BIC Classification: 1H; JKSR; KNAC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 146. Weight in Grams: 386.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
Nordiska Afrikainstitutet
Edition
First Editon
Condition
New
SKU
V9789171063656
ISBN
9789171063656
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 20.59

Paperback. Drawn from the author's experience as an internationally recognized theorist, lecturer and practitioner, this book on existential therapy elucidates this notoriously difficult and distinctly different therapeutic approach to counselling and psychotherapy. Num Pages: 288 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MMJT. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 241 x 168 x 13. Weight in Grams: 492.
Publisher
SAGE Publications Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781446272350
ISBN
9781446272350
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 51.99
€ 51.89

Paperback. This work brings together contributors from the US, Latin America and organizations such as UNICEF, to consider the physical, educational, social legal and economic status and progress of children throughout Latin America, focusing especially on health and rights issues. Editor(s): O'Donnell, Alejandro. Num Pages: 416 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KL; JKSB1; JKSN; LBBR; MJW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 227 x 153 x 27. Weight in Grams: 658.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
University of Notre Dame Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780268022587
ISBN
9780268022587
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 41.92

Hardcover. This work brings together contributors from the US, Latin America and organizations such as UNICEF, to consider the physical, educational, social legal and economic status and progress of children throughout Latin America, focusing especially on health and rights issues. Editor(s): Bartell, Ernest; O'Donnell, Alejandro. Series: Helen Kellogg Institute for International Studies. Num Pages: 371 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KL; JFSP1; JKSB1; JKSN; LBBR; MJW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 34. Weight in Grams: 803.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
University of Notre Dame Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780268022570
ISBN
9780268022570
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 133.98

paperback. This report examines links between parents' employment patterns while raising children and what happens when those children become young adults. Some of its findings carry important implications for public policy and for further research. A number are likely to prove controversial, arousing public debate concerning their meaning and relevance. Series: Family and Work Series. Num Pages: 48 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JHBK; JHBL; JKSB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 275. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
48
Condition
New
SKU
V9781901455601
ISBN
9781901455601
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 22.19

Paperback. Num Pages: 258 pages, 16 black & white illustrations, 3 black & white tables. BIC Classification: HRE; JKSN2; MMJT. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 366.
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781138022157
ISBN
9781138022157
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.31

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