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Social welfare & social services
Hardcover. Editor(s): Devon, Raymond T. Num Pages: 185 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 239 x 162 x 16. Weight in Grams: 420.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 185
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781616683030
- ISBN
- 9781616683030
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 126.86€ 87.44
€ 126.86
€ 87.44
Paperback. Working with Suicidal Individuals provides a comprehensive guide to understanding suicide, the assessment of risk, and the treatment and management of suicidal individuals. It covers the theory behind suicidal behaviour, using Transactional Analysis to explore the personality types of suicidal individuals and to understand their motivations. Num Pages: 272 pages, 33 figures, 9 line drawings. BIC Classification: JKSM; MBPK; MMJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 154 x 19. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 272
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849051156
- ISBN
- 9781849051156
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.40
€ 38.40
Paperback. This is a must-have text for those working with people with substance problems. By inviting the reader to explore the application of different interventions in practice, it acts as an accessible and comprehensive guide to practice when working with substance users and their close ones. Num Pages: 304 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFH1; JKS. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 160 x 235 x 17. Weight in Grams: 470.
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- 2014th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137278043
- ISBN
- 9781137278043
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 56.55
€ 56.55
Paperback. Num Pages: 272 pages, 16 colour illustrations, 8 black & white tables, 11 colour line drawings. BIC Classification: JKSN2; JNC; JNH; JNS; MMJT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152. .
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 272
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780415743198
- ISBN
- 9780415743198
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 55.71€ 51.27
€ 55.71
€ 51.27
Paperback. Based on a tried and tested needs-based approach it begins by looking at the present 'state of play' in society's approach to schizophrenia, and the experiences of both sufferers and their families. It goes on to identify the needs raised by such experiences and considers ways of meeting them, before detailing methods of intervention. Num Pages: 200 pages, references, further reading list, index. BIC Classification: JKSN; JMS; MBP; MMJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 317.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1987
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853022425
- ISBN
- 9781853022425
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.44
€ 38.44
Hardback. Assessing and managing risk is a daily challenge for social workers. Working with risk can be anxiety provoking and demanding, requiring great skill and high levels of confidence. In these complex situations, social workers have to work hard to get the balance right. Num Pages: 176 pages, black & white tables. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 153 x 21. Weight in Grams: 398.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745651972
- ISBN
- 9780745651972
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.16
€ 66.16
Paperback. Filled with case studies, ethical dilemmas, reflective questions, discussion questions and suggestions for further reading, this book offers counsellors and psychotherapists guidance on how they can work with risk proactively and positively and provides hints and tips, and links to policy and research to inform good ethical practice along the way. Series: Essential Issues in Counselling and Psychotherapy - Andrew Reeves. Num Pages: 184 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 143 x 216 x 11. Weight in Grams: 244.
- Publisher
- SAGE Publications Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781446272916
- ISBN
- 9781446272916
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 46.99€ 44.37
€ 46.99
€ 44.37
Paperback. A comprehensive introduction to working with people with learning disabilities, this guide provides the theoretical understanding needed to inform good practice and to help improve the quality of life of people within this group. Using accessible language and case examples, the authors discuss both psychological and practical theories. Num Pages: 288 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: JFFG; JKSN; JNSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 160 x 16. Weight in Grams: 444.
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 240
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853029738
- ISBN
- 9781853029738
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 47.39
€ 47.39
Paperback. This book provides practical guidance for a wide range of professionals working with parents and families, answering common questions such as 'How can parents facilitate their child's transition to secondary school?' and 'How can families best communicate about alcohol?'. Editor(s): Roker, Debi; Coleman, John. Num Pages: 224 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSB1; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 158 x 14. Weight in Grams: 346.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843104209
- ISBN
- 9781843104209
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.58
€ 38.58
Hardback. Changing the parent-child dynamic to improve anxiety symptoms. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: JKSM; MJW; MMJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 166 x 244 x 33. Weight in Grams: 722.
- Publisher
- WW Norton & Co
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780393734010
- ISBN
- 9780393734010
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 29.60
€ 32.99
€ 29.60
Paperback. Significant changes have occurred in recent years in the nature and delivery of social work services to offenders and their families. Working with Offenders considers the implications for policy and practice of research which has focused upon a range of social work activities. Editor(s): McIvor, Gill. Series: Research Highlights in Social Work. Num Pages: 240 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN; JKVP; JKVQ1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156. Weight in Grams: 281.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853022494
- ISBN
- 9781853022494
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.44
€ 38.44
Paperback. This book highlights a range of individuals and groups in UK society who experience exclusion or marginalisation, including Roma, young carers and people with Autism Spectrum Disorders. It takes a unique practice-based focus, designed to encourage an enquiring mind in relation to diversity in society and to debunk myths about 'the others'. Editor(s): Ahmed, Anya; Rogers, Michaela. Num Pages: 160 pages, 5 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JFS; JKS. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 158 x 275 x 20. Weight in Grams: 276.
- Publisher
- Macmillan Education UK
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137559562
- ISBN
- 9781137559562
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 50.02
€ 50.02
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- SAGE Publications Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 192
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781446248881
- ISBN
- 9781446248881
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 51.99€ 48.91
€ 51.99
€ 48.91
Paperback. How do you help someone who has no interest in being helped?Social workers face particular challenges when working with involuntary clients who may be resistant or even openly antagonistic to the offer of assistance. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 141 x 208 x 15. Weight in Grams: 378.
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780415715652
- ISBN
- 9780415715652
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 48.52
€ 48.52
Paperback. This book provides a structured, sequential, and evidence-based approach for treating children and adolescents who are experiencing trauma or grief. This approach can be used for all types of traumatic events and is suitable for both experienced and novice mental health professionals. Num Pages: 272 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSM; MJW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 278 x 216 x 18. Weight in Grams: 656.
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 272
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118543177
- ISBN
- 9781118543177
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 51.99€ 39.22
€ 51.99
€ 39.22
Paperback. This book demonstrates how young people can be engaged in a creative and challenging process that explores the costs, gains and consequences of the choices they make around their gang membership. It provides a tried-and-tested training programme for anyone involved in conflict resolution with young people in groups or gangs. Num Pages: 140 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFE; JKSB1; JKSN2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 297 x 210 x 9. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 144
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843104476
- ISBN
- 9781843104476
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 66.17
€ 66.17
Paperback. Many helping professionals have had little to no formal training working with families. This book is a clinical guide for any type of family work, from one-time contact with families in a medical setting to intensive in-home family work. Num Pages: 208 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MMH; MMJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 276 x 218 x 14. Weight in Grams: 504.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 190
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470890479
- ISBN
- 9780470890479
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 48.62
€ 48.62
Paperback. Many of those who emigrated from the Caribbean to the UK after World War II left behind partners and children, causing the break-up of families who were often not reunited for several years. Elaine Arnold examines the psychological impact that immigration had on these families, in particular with relation to attachment issues. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations, map. BIC Classification: JFFN; JFSL1; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 157 x 11. Weight in Grams: 248.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843109921
- ISBN
- 9781843109921
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 37.95
€ 37.99
€ 37.95
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781138024298
- ISBN
- 9781138024298
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 43.46
€ 43.46
Paperback. This practical training manual is written for home care, residential and day care staff, who need to be able to recognise elder abuse, but may not be trained to do so. Its large format, range of exercises and photocopiable worksheets makes it a valuable source of training material. Num Pages: 196 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFE; JKSG; JKSN2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 297 x 210 x 13. Weight in Grams: 480.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853024184
- ISBN
- 9781853024184
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 47.25
€ 47.25