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Paperback. This book is a comprehensive guide to good practice for those working with risk, covering a wide variety of social care settings. The contributors discuss a range of key issues relating to risk including positive risk-taking, collaborating with victims and practitioners in the design of assessment tools, resilience to risk, and defensibility. Editor(s): Kemshall, Hazel; Wilkinson, Bernadette. Series Editor(s): Pritchard, Jacki. Series: Good Practice in Health, Social Care and Criminal Justice. Num Pages: 224 pages, 5 figures, 8 tables. BIC Classification: JKS; JKVS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 152 x 14. Weight in Grams: 328.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849050593
ISBN
9781849050593
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.37

Paperback. An accessible guide to providing effective support to substance users. The book uses transactional analysis to provide models for understanding substance use, assessing clients, intervention and treatment. Counseling techniques such as motivational interviewing and relapse process work are included, and case studies feature throughout. Num Pages: 224 pages, 39 figures. BIC Classification: JFFH1; JKSN2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 152 x 12. Weight in Grams: 330.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849052948
ISBN
9781849052948
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.16

Hardback. Introducing strengths-based programs for families of young children in critical social contexts: family, school, community and policy, this book describes a wide range of systems/contextual approaches based in current understanding of children s development, stress and resilience in families, and the two-generational approach to intervention. Editor(s): Shapiro, Cheri J.; Harper Browne, Charlyn. Num Pages: 206 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFSP1; JHBK; JKSN; JMC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 167 x 241 x 19. Weight in Grams: 478.
Publisher
Springer International Publishing AG
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st ed. 2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9783319390574
ISBN
9783319390574
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 94.80

Paperback. .
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849056472
ISBN
9781849056472
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 30.65

Paperback. Editor(s): Hilado, Aimee (Northeastern Illinois University Chicago); Lundy, Marta K (Loyola University Chicago USA). BIC Classification: JKSN; JPQB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). .
Publisher
SAGE Publications Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781483377148
ISBN
9781483377148
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 123.71

Paperback. .
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
Original
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849051194
ISBN
9781849051194
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 45.20

Paperback. Presents an overview of social work. This title contains information for the social work students, the theories, and policy and practice frameworks as well as the issues facing social work. It is suitable for those needing a quick introduction to social work as a discipline. Num Pages: 208 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 198 x 130 x 13. Weight in Grams: 280.
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
208
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847422873
ISBN
9781847422873
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.87

Paperback. Bestselling author and teacher Casey Watson shares the horrifying true story of Kiera Bentley, a 12-year-old girl with a deeply shocking secret she's too young to even understand. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: BM; JFFE1; JKSF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 128 x 18. Weight in Grams: 194.
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780007543090
ISBN
9780007543090
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 12.61

Paperback. A comprehensive, authoritative analysis of the size, scale and impact of the children and young people's voluntary sector Num Pages: 84 pages, 26 colour illustrations, 4 charts, 1 colour line drawings. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JKSR; KCR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 296 x 211 x 5. Weight in Grams: 364.
Publisher
National Children's Bureau
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781907969430
ISBN
9781907969430
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.54

Paperback. Responding to the growing need for integrative practice and the recent explosion of CBT, this book objectively compares and contrasts CBT and person-centred approaches. It subsequently shows how counsellors can incorporate relevant cognitive and behavioural skills into their work without betraying their humanistic values. Num Pages: 192 pages, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: JKSN2; JM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 240 x 168 x 11. Weight in Grams: 342.
Publisher
SAGE Publications Ltd
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780857023926
ISBN
9780857023926
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 57.25

Paperback. Num Pages: 164 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSW2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 154 x 12. Weight in Grams: 212.
Publisher
Manor House Publishing Inc Canada
Number of pages
164
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9780978107079
ISBN
9780978107079
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 19.08

Paperback. Born in Britain in 1960, the author's family moved to Canada when he was seven years old. As a young man, he became a medic to learn how to help, and deal with, the suffering of others. This title addresses what part each of us can play, so that we never lose sight of the dignity of those being helped, or deny them the right to act in their lives. Num Pages: 448 pages. BIC Classification: JKSR; JPVH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 197 x 127 x 30. Weight in Grams: 318.
Publisher
Ebury Publishing
Number of pages
448
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9781846041020
ISBN
9781846041020
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 17.77

Paperback. The extraordinary story of a Palestinian doctor who, despite witnessing the death of three of his daughters in the Israeli incursion into Gaza in January 2009, continued his medical and humanitarian work aimed at bringing the people of the region together in peace. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations, maps, ports. BIC Classification: 1FBP; 3JMC; BM; JKSR; JWLP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 169 x 203 x 17. Weight in Grams: 194. A Gaza Doctor's Journey on the Road to Peace and Human Dignity. 256 pages, Illustrations, maps, ports. The extraordinary story of a Palestinian doctor who, despite witnessing the death of three of his daughters in the Israeli incursion into Gaza in January 2009, continued his medical and humanitarian work aimed at bringing the people of the region together in peace. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1FBP; 3JMC; BM; JKSR; JWLP. Dimension: 169 x 203 x 17. Weight: 192.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781408822098
ISBN
9781408822098
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.33

Paperback. This excellent book shows trainee and practicing counsellors how to provide an integrative and personalised approach to working with clients Num Pages: 200 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MMJT. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 232 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 318.
Publisher
SAGE Publications Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
200
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
Second
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848604445
ISBN
9781848604445
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 57.25

Paperback. This book is open access under a CC BY-NC-ND 3.0 IGO license. Children are the future of Latin America and the Caribbean. This book analyses the development of children in the early years of their life and makes a compelling case for government intervention in what is instinctively a family affair. Editor(s): Berlinski, Samuel; Schady, Norbert. Num Pages: 288 pages, 26 black & white tables, 67 figures. BIC Classification: JFSP1; JKSB1; JPA; KCR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 408.
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
288
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
1st ed. 2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781137536488
ISBN
9781137536488
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.30

Paperback. This accessible book explores the therapeutic possibilities of poetry and stories, providing techniques for facilitating personally relevant and growth-enhancing sessions. The author provides ideas for writing activities that emerge from this discussion, and explains how participants can create their own poetic and narrative pieces. Series: Writing for Therapy or Personal Development. Num Pages: 256 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MQTC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 390.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849058322
ISBN
9781849058322
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.37

Paperback. Used paperback, in good condition. Some shelf wear.
Condition
Used, Good
Publisher
Marion Boyars Publishers Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1989
SKU
KIN0008774
ISBN
9780714528823
Paperback
Condition: Used, Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. Offers an integrated answer that address inclusion, equality and diversity in childcare settings. This book explains how to turn good intentions into effective anti-discriminatory practice when working with children of various ages. It includes examples from a selection of childcare settings that show how to put the principles into practice. Editor(s): Griffin, Sue. Series: Professional Development. Num Pages: 240 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UF) Further/Higher Education. Dimension: 262 x 194 x 11. Weight in Grams: 638.
Publisher
Pearson Education Limited United Kingdom
Number of pages
240
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780435402402
ISBN
9780435402402
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 51.50

Hardback. Examines Korea's years under Japanese colonialism, when mental health first became defined as a medical and social problem. This book explores the impact of Chinese traditional medicine and its holistic approach to treating mental disorders, and the resilience of folk illnesses as explanations for inappropriate and dangerous behaviors. Num Pages: 248 pages, 4 black and white. BIC Classification: HBJF; JFSL3; JKSM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 161 x 23. Weight in Grams: 472.
Publisher
University of California Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520289307
ISBN
9780520289307
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 65.27
€ 51.34

Paperback. Num Pages: 238 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MBPK; MJW; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 153 x 229 x 19. Weight in Grams: 310.
Publisher
Guilford Publications
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781462527106
ISBN
9781462527106
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 22.26

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