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Paperback. The credit crunch continues to threaten publicly-funded health care. In this timely and accessible book, Cam Donaldson considers value for money in the NHS and what can be achieved through reform and priority setting. Num Pages: 160 pages, black & white line drawings, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: JKS; MBP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 139 x 9. Weight in Grams: 208.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847427526
ISBN
9781847427526
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 20.40

Paperback. This book describes how to develop a creative approach to the day-to-day care of people with dementia, and provides rich and varied ideas for creative activities for use with individuals or groups. The authors explain what creativity has to offer people with dementia, and how a creative approach can help to address the difficulties they face. Num Pages: 216 pages, 4 page colour insert and 2 black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSG; MJND; MJX; MQTC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 332.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
216
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849051132
ISBN
9781849051132
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.44

Paperback. Making therapeutic concepts engaging for children, this book full of activities gives clinicians' practical guidance on how to work with children aged 4-12. Using only readily available items, these activities are specifically designed for clinicians to interact with and help children understand their emotions. Num Pages: 200 pages, 18 Figures (to be re-drawn) & 1 Table. BIC Classification: JKSN; JMC; JNH; MQTC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 279 x 216. .
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781785920745
ISBN
9781785920745
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.03

Paperback. Encourages creativity in therapy with children who have moved to new families through fostering or adoption. This book contains a range of activities designed to help these children overcome emotional and behavioural difficulties in a gentle and positive atmosphere. Num Pages: 152 pages, 35. BIC Classification: JKSB1; MMH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 245 x 173 x 10. Weight in Grams: 268.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
152
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631236009
ISBN
9780631236009
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 63.36

Paperback. Exploring how and why creative therapies are so effective in helping children to recover from trauma, this cutting-edge book lays out the uses of a range of techniques including art psychotherapy, music therapy, dance therapy and dramatherapy. Editor(s): Hasler, Joy; Hendry, Anthea. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: JKSF; JKSN; JMC; MQTC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156. .
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781785920059
ISBN
9781785920059
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.65

Paperback. Using attachment theory as a foundation, this book addresses in depth the acute practice dilemmas concerning children who, despite the climate of increased awareness, multi-disciplinary cooperation and legislative and procedural change, cannot easily be protected. The contributors give guidelines for working with the children. Editor(s): Richardson, Sue; Bacon, Heather. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFE1; JFFE2; JKSB1; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 371.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Routledge
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843101475
ISBN
9781843101475
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.22

Paperback. Outlining the principles of solution focused work and its applications with client groups in various settings, this book shows how you can creatively implement this way of working. With exercises, sample questions and top tips, it provides practical instruction for those new to this way of working and for those looking to extend their practice. Num Pages: 176 pages, No. BIC Classification: JKSN; MMJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 143 x 215 x 19. Weight in Grams: 230.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781785922176
ISBN
9781785922176
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.32

Paperback. Addressing and alleviating the anxieties around practising 'creatively' in today's complaints culture, this book offers a safety net to therapists trying to work safely and ethically whilst remaining true to their humanistic values. Num Pages: 136 pages, black & white illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MMJT. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 242 x 172 x 8. Weight in Grams: 246.
Publisher
SAGE Publications Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
136
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781446202029
ISBN
9781446202029
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 48.99
€ 46.67

Paperback. What are the key ingredients for long lasting foster care placements? In this study the lives and routines of 10 foster families, considered to be providers of effective and lasting care are examined. Featuring original research, the type of care that these families provide and the reason for their success is analysed. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: JKSF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 151 x 230 x 12. Weight in Grams: 350.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849054812
ISBN
9781849054812
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 47.27

Paperback. High profile child abuse cases of recent years have brought child safety forward in public consciousness. This book, written for managers and trustees of organizations working with children as well as criminal justice staff working with sex offenders, offers practical safety measures for children's organizations. Editor(s): Erooga, Marcus. Series: Wiley Child Protection & Policy Series. Num Pages: 210 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFE1; JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 135 x 10. Weight in Grams: 282.
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Number of pages
210
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781119972686
ISBN
9781119972686
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.32

Paperback. Based on findings from a decade's worth of research, Creating Positive Systems of Child and Family Welfare provides original reflections on the everyday realities of families and front-line service providers involved with the system. Editor(s): Cameron, Gary; Fine, Marshall; Maiter, Sarah; Frensch, Karen; Freymond, Nancy. Num Pages: 352 pages, 2 figures. BIC Classification: 1KB; JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 152 x 21. Weight in Grams: 520.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
University of Toronto Press Canada
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9781442614550
ISBN
9781442614550
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.99
€ 39.73

Paperback. A guide for charities and private sector organisations in health and social care on how to become a person-centred organisation, which provides strategies and tools rooted in experience. Num Pages: 336 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKS; MBP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 172 x 245 x 19. Weight in Grams: 592.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
176
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849052603
ISBN
9781849052603
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.99
€ 52.80

Paperback. Troubled children need special parenting to build attachments and heal from trauma. This book provides a parenting model that parents and carers can follow to incorporate love, play, acceptance, curiosity and empathy into their parenting. These elements are vital to a child's development and will help children to feel confident, secure and happy. Num Pages: 240 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSF; JKSN; JMC; VFVK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 154 x 13. Weight in Grams: 358.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
240
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849052276
ISBN
9781849052276
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.32

Paperback. Cultural sensitivity is a key component of person-centred dementia care. This book acts as a rich source of information and ideas for all those interested in creating culturally-appropriate outdoor spaces and experiences for people with dementia, providing useful information and theory as well as inspiration for practice. Editor(s): Marshall, Mary; Gilliard, Jane M. Num Pages: 168 pages, 16 black and white photographs. BIC Classification: JKSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 9. Weight in Grams: 250.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849055147
ISBN
9781849055147
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.76

Paperback. Principles of effective foster care are rooted in personal narratives drawn from over 20 years of experience of social care work. With innovative care models and compelling case studies, the authors reflect on current principles and practice, while identifying and recommending the need for change in certain areas. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: JKSB1; JKSF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152. .
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781785927270
ISBN
9781785927270
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.57

Paperback. Presenting an approach to strengthening non-profit boards of directors, this book offers a thoroughly tested process for strengthening a governing board's understanding of the organization and commitment to its goals and mission. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN1; KJM; KJVX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 157 x 22. Weight in Grams: 412.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780787942939
ISBN
9780787942939
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 56.71

hardcover. Creating Aging-Friendly Communities examines the need to redesign America's communities to respond to our aging society. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: AMK; JKSN; MBN; MQC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 168 x 19. Weight in Grams: 536.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
OXFORD UNIV PR United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199379583
ISBN
9780199379583
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 90.67

Paperback. Highlighting the importance of a 'safe place' as the foundation of the healing process for those affected by child sexual abuse, this practical book details the factors that contribute to a secure therapeutic climate where recovery can take place. Num Pages: 176 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFFE1; JKSB1; JMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 231 x 152 x 12. Weight in Grams: 263.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Pub
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843100096
ISBN
9781843100096
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 47.27

Hardback. Crazy is the story of how one mental health professional deals with his own personal problems and those of the people he treats. Part expose and part memoir, it reveals what therapists really think about their profession, their colleagues, their patients, and their own lives. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MMJT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 157 x 28. Weight in Grams: 28.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780762764839
ISBN
9780762764839
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 21.09

Paperback. Num Pages: 213 pages, black & white tables. BIC Classification: MMJT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 354.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Hazelden Information & Educational Services United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
205
Condition
New
SKU
V9781616492625
ISBN
9781616492625
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 16.10

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