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Paperback. This book explains neuroscience discoveries in accessible, plain English and provides guidance on how to apply this knowledge to counselling practice in order to enhance understanding of clients' needs. Num Pages: 288 pages, 4 black and white. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MBPK; PSAN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 173 x 15. Weight in Grams: 518.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers United Kingdom
Number of pages
288
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849054881
ISBN
9781849054881
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.00

Hardcover. The Welfare of Children with Mentally Ill Parents examines the interventions made by professional workers from a range of different disciplines in families with dependent children and a mentally ill parent. The authors compare responses of professionals in ten European countries and one state in Australia. Num Pages: 262 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: JKSB1; MBPK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 247 x 178 x 20. Weight in Grams: 630.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
262
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471497240
ISBN
9780471497240
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 218.27

Paperback. Child Adoption is a straightforward, concise and comprehensive guide which adoptive parents and the professionals who advise them will find invaluable. R.A.C. Hoksbergen covers the practical and emotional issues and possible problems which affect child and parents in adoption. Num Pages: 118 pages. BIC Classification: JHBK; JKSB1; JKSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 9. Weight in Grams: 208.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Pub
Number of pages
118
Condition
New
SKU
V9781853024153
ISBN
9781853024153
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 40.96

Hardcover. This book is a result of an output of a Commission of the World Leisure and Recreation Association (WRLA) to examine the role of leisure and education for leisure activities among people with special needs living in the community, requiring social or health services outside hospital. Editor(s): Sivan, A.; Ruskin, Hillel. Num Pages: 216 pages, Illustrations,. BIC Classification: JFFG; JHBS; JKS; JN; KNSP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 168 x 242 x 17. Weight in Grams: 468.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Edition
First
Number of pages
216
Condition
New
SKU
V9780851994444
ISBN
9780851994444
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 117.79

Hardback. Deals with philanthropy. This title includes major themes in which the tools of choice, endogeneity, and self-selection are employed such as: What increases or decreases charitable activity? and How do organizational and managerial issues affect the performance of non-profit organizations? Editor(s): Issac, R. Mark; Norton, Doug. Series Editor(s): Issac, R. Mark; Norton, Douglas A. Series: Research in Experimental Economics. Num Pages: 276 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN1; KCHS; KCR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 239 x 159 x 27. Weight in Grams: 522.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Emerald Publishing Limited United Kingdom
Number of pages
276
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9781849507684
ISBN
9781849507684
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 126.97

Paperback. This title looks at how achieving positive outcomes for children in care is possible when the root causes of failure are tackled. Series: Lucky Duck Books. Num Pages: 176 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white line drawings, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: 1DB; JKSB1; JKSN; JNSL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 170 x 11. Weight in Grams: 336.
Publisher
SAGE Publications Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
176
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847874498
ISBN
9781847874498
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 59.13

Paperback. Num Pages: 196 pages, c 150 colour and b/w photos. BIC Classification: 1DBK; HBJD1; HBLW3; JKSW1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 158 x 12. Weight in Grams: 528.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Helion and Company
Condition
New
SKU
V9781910294024
ISBN
9781910294024
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 20.20

Hardback. This book takes an international perspective on child welfare, examining how frameworks can be adapted to address the rights and best interests of children. Synthesising the latest research, experts redefine the concept of a 'child in need' in a world where global movement is common and children are frequently involved in the law. Editor(s): Sheehan, Rosemary; Rhoades, Helen; Stanley, Nicky. Num Pages: 368 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSB1; LBBR; LNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 236 x 159 x 25. Weight in Grams: 660.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849058681
ISBN
9781849058681
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 114.92

Paperback. Wide-ranging, authoritative and grounded in the expertise of people with intellectual disabilities, this book offers an authentic account of the challenges those with intellectual disabilities face in their relationships and sex lives across the globe and explores what society needs to do to respect their rights. Editor(s): Docherty, Daniel; Chapman, Rohhss. Num Pages: 230 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFG; JKSN; VFJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 175 x 245 x 18. Weight in Grams: 576.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849052504
ISBN
9781849052504
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 41.48

Paperback. Failure-to-protect policies and practices are intended to better ensure the safety and protection of children. But as this book demonstrates, these policies actually increase danger for children and for their mothers. " Editor(s): Carlton, Rosemary; Krane, Julia; Lapierre, Simon. Num Pages: 184 pages. BIC Classification: JFSJ1; JKSB1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 151 x 10. Weight in Grams: 268.
Publisher
Fernwood Publishing Co Ltd Canada
Number of pages
184
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781552665565
ISBN
9781552665565
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 23.67

Paperback. This book explores the lives and perspectives of older lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people. As their distinct needs are often overlooked due to lack of understanding, this book demonstrates how life course approaches can offer insights into their support needs as they grow older, from housing and health care to community support. Editor(s): Ward, Richard; Rivers, Ian; Sutherland, Mike. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: JFSK; JKSG; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 228 x 157 x 12. Weight in Grams: 336.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849052573
ISBN
9781849052573
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.70

Hardcover. Many local and community non-profits now shoulder an increasing share of society's mandate to care for those in need. This work is a collection of advice from both researchers and service providers offering leaders the practical guidance they need for the rapidly evolving future. Num Pages: 305 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: JFF; JKSN1; KJVX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 235 x 160 x 25. Weight in Grams: 529.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
305
Condition
New
SKU
V9780787942960
ISBN
9780787942960
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 51.99
€ 40.17

Paperback. A useful resource for people seeking to understand witchcraft branding as a contemporary form of child abuse. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: HRQX5; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 7. Weight in Grams: 206.
Publisher
Critical Publishing Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781912096008
ISBN
9781912096008
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 28.20

Paperback. This volume culls the most important and provocative research and policy analysis in the child welfare field and is an essential guide for understanding the burgeoning field of children's services. Editor(s): Barth, Richard P.; Berrick, Jill Duerr; Gilbert, Neil. Num Pages: 392 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: JFFE1; JKSB1; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 151. Weight in Grams: 544.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Number of pages
408
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231080750
ISBN
9780231080750
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.24
€ 42.32

Hardback. Editor(s): Friedman, Bruce D. Num Pages: 313 pages. BIC Classification: JFFG; JKSN; MBN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 187 x 262 x 21. Weight in Grams: 708.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781634828383
ISBN
9781634828383
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 310.23
€ 230.84

Paperback. .
Publisher
Policy Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781447329374
ISBN
9781447329374
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 38.86

Paperback. This book brings together contributions from international experts in order to define child well-being and to further understand how it can improve children's lives. This edited collection is essential reading for all those involved in understanding children's lives and who have responsibility for improving them. Editor(s): McAuley, Colette; Rose, Wendy; Pugh, Gillian. Num Pages: 256 pages, 25 tables, 8 figures. BIC Classification: JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 228 x 154 x 17. Weight in Grams: 382.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843109259
ISBN
9781843109259
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.99
€ 44.74

paperback. A practical guide to working with people suffering from depression. It outlines how to work with general negativity, sense of failure and abandonment, and feelings of powerlessness, anger, shame and guilt. It examines the essential stages of the therapeutic process from conceptualization and formulation through to a wide variety of interventions. Series: Therapy in Practice. Num Pages: 424 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MBPK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 173 x 22. Weight in Grams: 738.
Publisher
SAGE Publications Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781412902779
ISBN
9781412902779
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 64.61

Paperback. .
Publisher
SAGE Publications Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
184
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781446267592
ISBN
9781446267592
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.14

Paperback. Good Practice in the Law and Safeguarding Adults provides an up-to-date summary of developments in the legislative framework and best practice relevant to the area of adult protection work. It explains legislation that can be used in adult protection work, covering criminal and civil law, and national guidance such as Achieving Best Evidence. Editor(s): Pritchard, Jacki. Series: Good Practice in Health, Social Care and Criminal Justice. Num Pages: 256 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables. BIC Classification: JKS; JKSG; LNTH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 157 x 16. Weight in Grams: 396.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843109372
ISBN
9781843109372
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.25

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