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Paperback. This book looks at ways of improving care provision for people with learning disabilities who self-injure. The first part of the book sets out the theories behind psychological approaches to understanding self-injury, and in the second half case studies and 'practice pointers' propose ways of improving direct care. Editor(s): Heslop, Pauline; Lovell, Andrew. Num Pages: 160 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: JFFG; JKSN; MBPK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 152 x 9. Weight in Grams: 240.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849052085
- ISBN
- 9781849052085
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 35.91
€ 35.91
Paperback. Focusing on theoretical, policy and practice issues predicted to become increasingly important, this book looks at dementia care across the globe, including how policy is developed, and the range of approaches that can be taken, with insight from clinicians, policy influencers and researchers who discuss case studies and effective strategies. Num Pages: 264 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSG; MJND; MQCL4. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 153 x 229 x 15. Weight in Grams: 416.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849052429
- ISBN
- 9781849052429
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 40.96
€ 40.99
€ 40.96
Paperback. An authoritative text highlighting the key issues affecting young people taking the step from leaving care to adulthood. Covers relevant research, policy and practice, and advises on how best to understand, prepare and support young people. Num Pages: 200 pages. BIC Classification: JKSB1; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 151 x 230 x 11. Weight in Grams: 300.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849052443
- ISBN
- 9781849052443
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Condition: New
€ 44.99€ 44.74
€ 44.99
€ 44.74
Paperback. This book takes an in-depth look at what goes on 'inside' kinship care. It explores the dynamics and relationships between family members involved in kinship care, and covers issues such as safeguarding, assessment, therapy, permanence and placement breakdown. It is essential reading for social workers, therapists, counsellors and psychologists. Editor(s): Pitcher, David. Num Pages: 264 pages, 6 figures. BIC Classification: JKSB1; JKSF; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 152 x 14. Weight in Grams: 390.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849053464
- ISBN
- 9781849053464
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 44.99€ 44.74
€ 44.99
€ 44.74
Paperback. Psychohistoriography lays out a model of group therapy which challenges dominant Eurocentric approaches to psychology and mental health, and includes a step by step process which professionals can use with clients of Caribbean descent to explore issues around race, identity and culture. Num Pages: 248 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN2; JMH; MMH; MMJT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 162 x 12. Weight in Grams: 350.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 218
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849053570
- ISBN
- 9781849053570
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 47.27
€ 47.27
Hardback. Across Europe young people in care are around five times less likely to attend tertiary education than those who have not been in care. Drawing extensively on a substantial three-year long research project led by the authors, this book provides a comprehensive account of this shocking discrepancy and discusses ways to address the imbalance. Num Pages: 288 pages, 8 figures, 25 tables. BIC Classification: JKSB1; JNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 159 x 21. Weight in Grams: 540.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849053662
- ISBN
- 9781849053662
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 86.97
€ 86.97
Paperback. Good Practice in Recovery and Healing from Abuse: Adult Survivors is an extensive guide that gives insight on how to be creative in helping adult victims of abuse through the recovery and healing processes. The book features chapters written by practitioners and researchers involved in the different sectors of working with abuse. Series Editor(s): Pritchard, Jacki. Series: Good Practice. Num Pages: 256 pages, 2 b&w diagrams. BIC Classification: JFFE; JKSN; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 153 x 13. Weight in Grams: 376.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849053723
- ISBN
- 9781849053723
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 40.96
€ 40.99
€ 40.96
Paperback. This book explores the cases of five young people who have been victims of domestic violence. It provides deep insight into how their experiences have affected their emotional behaviour, the complexities of issues related to it and those aspects of support which provide the greatest benefit to them. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: JFFE1; JKSN2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 156 x 230 x 9. Weight in Grams: 240.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849053785
- ISBN
- 9781849053785
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.13
€ 32.13
Paperback. Personalisation builds on person-centred care to focus on how people with dementia can have more choice and control in their lives, and be supported to be part of their community. This practical guide explains how to deliver personalised services and support for people with dementia through simple, evidence-based person-centred practices and tools. Num Pages: 192 pages, 42 black and white graphics. BIC Classification: JKSG; JKSM; MQCL4. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 294 x 212 x 12. Weight in Grams: 464.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849053792
- ISBN
- 9781849053792
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.44
€ 38.44
Paperback. David Moat shows that counselling and emotional support is not only possible for people on the autism spectrum, but essential. He describes the impact of autism on emotional regulation, looks at how various therapeutic principles can be applied to address these issues and identifies strategies for dealing with common emotional difficulties. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 158 x 10. Weight in Grams: 242.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849053884
- ISBN
- 9781849053884
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.65
€ 34.65
Paperback. This practical resource provides professionals with techniques for developing a more balanced lifestyle. The author discusses the meaning of whole life balance and explains how it can be achieved in reality with some simple, straightforward strategies. Num Pages: 208 pages, 35 b&w figures. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MQT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 303 x 271 x 14. Weight in Grams: 310.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849054065
- ISBN
- 9781849054065
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 30.87
€ 30.99
€ 30.87
Paperback. In Building Self-Esteem in Children Who Are Adopted or Fostered Dr. Sue offers useful advice and outlines proven techniques for those supporting children aged 7+ to help them grow up to be confident and successful. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: JKSF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 152 x 229 x 13. Weight in Grams: 218.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849054669
- ISBN
- 9781849054669
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.31
€ 23.31
Paperback. Providing a much-needed accessible overview of the complex philosophical and ethical underpinnings of dementia care, this book explores current thinking around the concepts of ageing, personhood, capacity, liberty, best interests and the nature of palliative care, shedding new light on their implications for the caring professions. Num Pages: 248 pages, 2 black and white photographs. BIC Classification: JKSG; MJND. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 151 x 13. Weight in Grams: 380.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849054775
- ISBN
- 9781849054775
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.44
€ 38.44
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
€ 47.27
Paperback. A comprehensive overview of supervision in the helping professions, bringing together contemporary theory, practice and research. It is unique in addressing cross-disciplinary and interprofessional issues and linking theoretical discussions with practical examples and exercises. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: JKS; JKSN; JKSN2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849055895
- ISBN
- 9781849055895
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 42.22
€ 42.22
Paperback. This book presents a simple and direct three-step approach for developing effective safeguarding practice, providing structured guidance for frontline managers and practitioners. Num Pages: 192 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 155 x 229 x 10. Weight in Grams: 278.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849056212
- ISBN
- 9781849056212
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.65
€ 34.65
Paperback. Insightful and inspiring presentations by the foremost dementia advocate, compiled here for the first time, provide new ways of understanding dementia and better ways to ensure that the voices of people with dementia are heard. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: JKSG; JKSM; MJND; VFJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 176 x 246 x 23. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849056717
- ISBN
- 9781849056717
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 28.40
€ 28.40
Paperback. Adoption authority Sherrie Eldridge offers personal, life-affirming advice to adoptees who have mixed emotions about adoption. Num Pages: 296 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSF; VFVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 142 x 216 x 30. Weight in Grams: 394.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849057745
- ISBN
- 9781849057745
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.57
€ 24.57
Paperback. Elfie Hinterkopf explains how the Experiential Focusing Method enables counselors and spiritual directors to integrate the spiritual dimension in their counseling effectively and provides practical information for its application. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 152 x 231 x 8. Weight in Grams: 240.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849057967
- ISBN
- 9781849057967
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.70
€ 38.70
Paperback. This book makes a vital contribution to the understanding of ethics as the cornerstone of mindfulness-based practice, and will be of interest to all those involved in delivering mindfulness-based interventions, including psychologists, counselors, spiritual directors, occupational therapists, physicians, nurses, and educators. Num Pages: 240 pages, black & white illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MBDC; MMJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 151 x 16. Weight in Grams: 356.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849058506
- ISBN
- 9781849058506
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 53.57
€ 53.57