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Paperback. Suitable for academics, policymakers and professionals with an interest in domestic violence, child protection and youth offending, this title focuses on adolescent-to-parent abuse and brings together international research and practice literature and combines with original research to identify and understandings in research, policy and practice. Num Pages: 200 pages, black & white line drawings, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 1DBKW; JFFE3; JKSN. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 233 x 160 x 11. Weight in Grams: 316.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
200
Condition
New
SKU
V9781447300557
ISBN
9781447300557
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 37.95

Paperback. Adolescent Volcanoes is an engaging and practical resource with a range exercises and to help adolescents deal with their anger and for their parents to understand and to help their child. Ideal for counsellors, teachers, parents and social workers working with adolescents. Num Pages: 288 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 297 x 214 x 16. Weight in Grams: 756.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers United Kingdom
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
Revised ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849052184
ISBN
9781849052184
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 40.24

Paperback. Adolescent Reputations and Risk looks beyond traditional theories to examine, from an empirical standpoint, what makes some young people choose antisocial over positive behavior, resulting in potent new insights and possible solutions to this ongoing problem. Series: Advancing Responsible Adolescent Development. Num Pages: 225 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JKSN; JKV; JMC; JNC; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 327.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Edition
1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2009
Number of pages
225
Condition
New
SKU
V9781441927361
ISBN
9781441927361
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 119.13

Paperback. This book outlines how adolescent neglect differs from child neglect, the context of why it is overlooked, how it is defined, the causes and consequences of neglect, young people's views, and what professionals can do. Based on original research, the book establishes an evidence base and considers the implications for policy and practice. Series Editor(s): Davies, Carolyn; Ward, Harriet. Series: Safeguarding Children Across Services. Num Pages: 144 pages, 3 figures. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFSP2; JKSB1; JKSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 153 x 11. Weight in Grams: 222.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
144
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849051040
ISBN
9781849051040
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.14

Hardcover. Editor(s): Begoray, Deborah L.; Banister, Elizabeth M. Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: JFSP2; JKSB1; JKSN2; MBN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 189 x 265 x 18. Weight in Grams: 542.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Nova Science Pub Inc
Condition
New
SKU
V9781634828970
ISBN
9781634828970
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 287.96
€ 211.84

Paperback. This practical resource for work with vulnerable adolescents shows ways of promoting resilience and encouraging pro-social behaviour. Discussing concerns associated with adolescence such as peer pressure and moral responsibility, the authors suggest ways for practitioners to support young people who may have social or family problems. Num Pages: 176 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSP2; JKSB1; JMBT; JMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 295 x 210 x 12. Weight in Grams: 474.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Pub
Edition
3rd UK ed.
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843100195
ISBN
9781843100195
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 40.64

Hardcover. While reforms of welfare policies have been widely analysed, the reform of welfare administration has received little attention. Using empirical case studies, this book provides new insights into the way welfare administration is being internationally transformed. Particular attention is given to the effect on welfare clients, staff and agencies. Editor(s): Henman, Paul; Fenger, Menno. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: JKS; JPP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156. .
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861346520
ISBN
9781861346520
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 90.18

Paperback. Editor(s): Fong, Rowena; Dettlaff, Alan; James, Joyce; Rodriguez, Carolyne. Num Pages: 432 pages, Figures: 2,. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSL1; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 150 x 18. Weight in Grams: 558.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Columbia University Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231160810
ISBN
9780231160810
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 30.39

Hardback. Editor(s): Fong, Rowena; Dettlaff, Alan; James, Joyce; Rodriguez, Carolyne. Num Pages: 432 pages, Figures: 2,. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSL1; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 154 x 24. Weight in Grams: 672.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Columbia University Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231160803
ISBN
9780231160803
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 118.19
€ 88.57

Paperback. This volume reviews recent research into the nature and effects of addiction and considers the usefulness of policies which aim to prevent it. The contributors focus on topics such as smoking, alcoholism, gambling and injecting drug use, examining treatment and the effectiveness of prevention and intervention programmes. Editor(s): Wood, Fiona; Bloor, Mick; Bloor, Michael. Series: Research Highlights in Social Work. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: JFFH1; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156. Weight in Grams: 326.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Pub
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9781853024382
ISBN
9781853024382
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.38

Paperback. Num Pages: 696 pages. BIC Classification: JFFH1; JKSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 251 x 198 x 27. Weight in Grams: 1111.
Publisher
Cengage Learning, Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
4th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781305943308
ISBN
9781305943308
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 81.40

Paperback. This book describes Adaptive Mentalization-Based Integrative Treatment (AMBIT). This is an approach to working with people - particularly young people and young adults - whose problems are not limited to one domain. AMBIT has been designed for community teams from Mental Health, Social Care, and Youth work. Num Pages: 416 pages. BIC Classification: JKS; JMH; MMJ; MMJT. Dimension: 234 x 153. .
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780198718673
ISBN
9780198718673
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.65

Paperback. .
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781138644151
ISBN
9781138644151
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.99
€ 43.71

Paperback. This innovative text focuses on a key aspect of community mental health care -- Intensive Home Treatment (IHT). It examines the issues surrounding the provision of home treatment to individuals as an alternative to psychiatric admission. Num Pages: 250 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JKS; MBPK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 231 x 157 x 14. Weight in Grams: 386.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
250
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861561893
ISBN
9781861561893
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 72.42

Paperback. Acute Care for Elders Editor(s): Malone, Michael L.; Capezuti, Elizabeth A.; Palmer, Robert M. Series: Aging Medicine. Num Pages: 282 pages, 7 black & white illustrations, 22 colour illustrations, 45 black & white tables, biograph. BIC Classification: JKSN; MBPC; MQC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 237 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 442.
Publisher
Humana Press Inc.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
2014th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781493910243
ISBN
9781493910243
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 108.51

Hardback. Editor(s): Tash, Felix. Num Pages: 133 pages. BIC Classification: JKSW1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 237 x 164 x 15. Weight in Grams: 366.
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc
Number of pages
133
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781628081725
ISBN
9781628081725
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 199.45
€ 134.56

Hardcover. Although living conditions have improved throughout history, protest seems to have increased to the point of becoming a normal phenomenon in modern societies. This volume examines how and why this is the case. Num Pages: 352 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFF; JHBA; JKSW2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 231 x 157 x 37. Weight in Grams: 700.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780847698561
ISBN
9780847698561
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 172.17

Hardcover. In the mid- to late 1940s, a group of young men rattled the psychiatric establishment by beaming a public spotlight on the squalid conditions and brutality in our nation's mental hospitals and training schools for people with psychiatric and intellectual disabilities. This book presents the extraordinary efforts of these courageous men. Series: Critical Perspectives on Disability. Num Pages: 584 pages, 50 black-&-white illustrations, notes, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJH; HBTB; HBWQ; JKSM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1157.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Syracuse University Press
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780815609155
ISBN
9780815609155
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 45.99
€ 43.10

Paperback. When tasked with providing activities for older people in care, it can be difficult to know where to begin. What constitutes an activity? How can you make sure activities are positive and person-centred? What can you actually do? Offering advice, encouragement and a wealth of practical suggestions, this is an indispensable companion for carers. Num Pages: 208 pages, 24 black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 312 x 179 x 4. Weight in Grams: 310.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers United Kingdom
Number of pages
176
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849054294
ISBN
9781849054294
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.44

Paperback. This valuable resource for people working with adults with learning disabilities provides over 60 sessions of fun activities that aim to entertain and stimulate the minds of people with learning disabilities. The sessions are divided into different types of activity including cookery, arts and crafts, drama and dance, and outside events. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKS; JNS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 152 x 13. Weight in Grams: 250.
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843109754
ISBN
9781843109754
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.99
€ 34.64

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