Society & social sciences
Results 65801 - 65820 of 68833
Society & social sciences
Paperback. Good Practice in Child Protection is a practical handbook for use by all professionals who work with child abuse cases as they get to grips with the new legislation on child protection. The book is soundly based on theory, but its main emphasis is on practice, and it includes exercises to improve practice in specific areas of child protection work. Editor(s): Owen, Hilary; Pritchard, Jacki. Series: Good Practice in Health, Social Care and Criminal Justice. Num Pages: 240 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFE1; JKSB1; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 157 x 14. Weight in Grams: 388.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853022050
- ISBN
- 9781853022050
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 44.38
€ 44.38
Paperback. The authors explore the reasons for a child's failure from a range of disciplines. Topics covered include social influences as well as emotional, physical and psychological factors. This book, by an international team of experts in the field, is a rare search for answers to the question why and how children fail. Editor(s): Varma, Ved. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JMC; JNA; JNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 326.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853021862
- ISBN
- 9781853021862
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.14
€ 38.14
Paperback. Using a life course approach, which emphasises the importance of recognising the effects of different life experiences on different groups of individuals and the interlinkage between phases of the life course, the book explores the ways in which bases of structural advantage and disadvantage have cumulative impacts on the situation of older people. Editor(s): Arber, Sara; Evandrou, Maria. Num Pages: 256 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSP31; JKSG; JMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 157 x 15. Weight in Grams: 435.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 250
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853021800
- ISBN
- 9781853021800
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 40.64
€ 40.99
€ 40.64
Paperback. This book redefines the issue of disability as a social rather than an individual problem and considers the implications of this view for the provision of services and for social work practice. It looks at the experience of people with disabilities in society, and the influence that their organisations have had on service provision. Editor(s): Oliver, Michael. Series: Research Highlights in Social Work. Num Pages: 208 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFFG; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 232 x 160 x 11. Weight in Grams: 316.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- New edition
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853021787
- ISBN
- 9781853021787
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 40.64
€ 40.99
€ 40.64
Paperback. This first collection of art therapy work with offenders describes how the use of art therapy has grown in prisons, young offender institutions, secure psychiatric and probation centres. Examples of work by people of different backgrounds show how art therapy contributes to the understanding of offenders, and to their understanding of themselves. Editor(s): Liebmann, Marian. Num Pages: 320 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JKVQ; MQTC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 161 x 18. Weight in Grams: 484.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 220
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853021718
- ISBN
- 9781853021718
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 46.99€ 46.42
€ 46.99
€ 46.42
Paperback. A comprehensive resource manual, this book looks at the theory and development of group work as a form of family therapy, the settings in which group work may be used, and effective therapeutic methods. The book also discusses how to deal with themes that may orient groups and the administrative and management concerns involved in groups work. Editor(s): Dwivedi, Kedar Nath. Num Pages: 368 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSB1; JMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 157 x 20. Weight in Grams: 566.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 350
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853021572
- ISBN
- 9781853021572
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 46.99€ 46.89
€ 46.99
€ 46.89
Paperback. The respective authors are some of the leading developmental scholars of this time, and are also major proponents of the theoretical traditions they address. An excellent text for senior undergraduates and graduate students and a worthwhile addition to the library shelf of any serious student of developmental psychology. Editor(s): Vasta, Ross. Num Pages: 304 pages, black & white illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: JFSP1; JMC; MJW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 508.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- New edition
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853021374
- ISBN
- 9781853021374
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 65.64
€ 65.64
Paperback. This book critically examines the new agenda of welfare and assesses the implications for change for policy makers, formal and informal carers and consumers including examinations of key topics such as care planning and case management. Editor(s): Titterton, Mike. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: JFF; JFSL1; JKSN; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 10. Weight in Grams: 281.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 300
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853021121
- ISBN
- 9781853021121
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 36.89
€ 36.89
Paperback. 'Share the Care' examines the different ways in which respite care schemes operate, focusing in particular on the Share-the-Care service in Lothian and the experience of parents of children with learning difficulties of using the scheme, respite carers, families facing an extended wait for respite and families who withdraw from the scheme. Num Pages: 160 pages, bibliography,. BIC Classification: JKSB1; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 281.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853020384
- ISBN
- 9781853020384
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 44.38
€ 44.38
Hardback. Definitive and wide-ranging, this international review of therapeutic residential child care covers the latest research on how it works, how much it costs compared with the outcomes it delivers and how to deliver this effective form of care for the most troubled children in public care. Editor(s): Whittaker, James K.; del Valle, Jorge Fernandez; Holmes, Lisa. Series: Child Welfare Outcomes. Num Pages: 392 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 157 x 232 x 28. Weight in Grams: 728.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849059633
- ISBN
- 9781849059633
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.69
€ 128.69
Paperback. Exploring the various communication and intervention options available, this book clearly explains everything families, teachers, therapists and other professionals need to know in order to improve a child's communication, behaviour, social and academic skills. Chapters follow a consistent, user-friendly format. Num Pages: 144 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JNSG2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 8. Weight in Grams: 206.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 144
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849058377
- ISBN
- 9781849058377
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.39
€ 24.39
Paperback. Merges' program is based on the concept that there are 10 hurdles that make it challenging for people with ASD to enjoy social interaction. This book guides the reader through planning, running, and assessing group sessions designed to help participants overcome these hurdles, and ultimately enjoy more independent and fulfilling lives. Num Pages: 208 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFG; JFFP; JNSG2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 226 x 153 x 11. Weight in Grams: 286.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849058346
- ISBN
- 9781849058346
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 28.96
€ 28.96
Hardback. This edited collection offers an international perspective on the challenges of designing and undertaking outcome-based evaluation of child and family services. It introduces the key ideas and issues currently being debated in the evaluation of these services and provides examples of evaluation from policy and practice. Editor(s): Maluccio, Anthony N.; Canali, Cinzia; Vecchiato, Tiziano; Lightburn, Anita; Aldgate, Jane; Rose, Wendy; Whittaker, James K. Series Editor(s): Ward, Harriet. Series: Child Welfare Outcomes. Num Pages: 240 pages, 13 figures, 3 tables. BIC Classification: JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 239 x 162 x 21. Weight in Grams: 482.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849058193
- ISBN
- 9781849058193
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 85.62
€ 85.62
Hardback. How Does Foster Care Work? is an international collection of empirical studies on the outcomes of children in foster care. Drawing on research and perspectives from leading international figures in children's services across the developed world, the book provides an evidence base for programme planning, policy and practice. Editor(s): Fernandez, Elizabeth; Barth, Richard P. Series Editor(s): Ward, Harriet. Series: Child Welfare Outcomes. Num Pages: 320 pages, 55 tables, 16 figures. BIC Classification: JKSB1; JKSF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 236 x 162 x 25. Weight in Grams: 588.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849058124
- ISBN
- 9781849058124
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 90.63
€ 90.63
Paperback. Love and Mayhem gives an insight into the inner-workings of a large family with fostered, adopted and birth children. John Degarmo, describes the highs and lows and complete chaos of his family life with warmth and sincerity. Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: JKSF; VFVK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 141 x 217 x 16. Weight in Grams: 240.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849057752
- ISBN
- 9781849057752
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.39
€ 24.39
Paperback. 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, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1D; JKSF; JNM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 18. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849056397
- ISBN
- 9781849056397
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 85.88
€ 85.88
Paperback. This easy-to-implement programme helps educational professionals to engage and motivate students aged 8-12 who are underachieving or have low self-belief. Based on techniques from CBT and AR, the workbook, games and activities in this programme teach students how negative and positive thinking can affect learning. Num Pages: 168 pages, 100+ black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: JNC; JNH; JNLB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 299 x 210 x 23. Weight in Grams: 510.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849056250
- ISBN
- 9781849056250
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 49.38
€ 49.38
Paperback. Based on extensive research, this practical book gives you the tools needed to use Social Narratives, a simple intervention for helping children with autism spectrum disorder develop social behaviour. Packed with sample stories, and with step-by-step guidelines for writing, this book will show you how to implement the approach to maximise success. Num Pages: 152 pages. BIC Classification: JNSG2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 155 x 229 x 11. Weight in Grams: 232.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849055925
- ISBN
- 9781849055925
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 40.64
€ 40.99
€ 40.64
Paperback. Through clear practical examples, this book demonstrates how Individual Service Funds can dramatically improve the quality of life of people with dementia living in care homes, showing what works and what doesn't, how to deal with difficulties and setbacks and describing the person-centred planning tools needed to implement the approach. Num Pages: 144 pages, 18 black and white figures. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JKSG; MJND. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 9. Weight in Grams: 264.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849055451
- ISBN
- 9781849055451
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.39
€ 34.39
Paperback. The first research-based book on the efficacy of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction for older adults, presenting academics, students and professionals with robust new evidence to support MBSR's positive impact on older people's wellbeing and valuable guidance on how to tailor MBSR programmes to meet the particular needs of this group. Num Pages: 312 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: JKSG; JMD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 152 x 229 x 17. Weight in Grams: 446.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849054874
- ISBN
- 9781849054874
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 44.38
€ 44.38