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Paperback. This book provides health and social care professionals with an authoritative reading resource on the ethics and use of restraint. It provides an overview of the different forms of restraint, the conditions under which they are used, and their implications for the health and wellbeing of older people. Editor(s): Hughes, Rhidian. Series Editor(s): Downs, Murna. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 224 x 153 x 15. Weight in Grams: 328.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843109587
ISBN
9781843109587
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 35.00

Paperback. This book provides guidance for schools and parents on how to make the transfer from primary to secondary as easy as possible for children with ASDs. It advocates the need for scrupulous preparation of transfer arrangements because children with ASDs struggle to predict the outcome of any new situation. Illustrator(s): Al-Ghani, Haitham. Num Pages: 96 pages, 7 cartoons. BIC Classification: JNSL; YXK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 297 x 212 x 6. Weight in Grams: 298.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
96
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843109341
ISBN
9781843109341
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 35.00

Hardback. When Sally Kirk's son, Will, was diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder, she did everything she could to understand his condition and to find ways of improving his life. Here, she shares the story of her journey and how her discovery of biomedical interventions significantly improved his behaviour and changed their lives for the better. Num Pages: 432 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JMC; MJNA; VFJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 29. Weight in Grams: 734.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
432
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843108948
ISBN
9781843108948
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 54.12

Paperback. A collection of real-life personal profiles, this book focuses on the talents and achievements of individuals with AS. Ortiz celebrates the qualities of individuals with AS including their characteristic tenacity, honesty, and attention to detail, and looks also at the wide range of careers they have chosen and in which they flourish. Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: JM; MJNA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 158 x 11. Weight in Grams: 270.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843108832
ISBN
9781843108832
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.63

Hardback. It offers self-help interventions and a wide-ranging, practical discussion of the types of professional help available for a child with emotional and behavioural problems. As well as guidance and ideas to help parents understand their child's problems and learn to distinguish between normal disruption and that which warrants professional treatment. Num Pages: 288 pages, black & white tables. BIC Classification: JNSL; VFXC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 252 x 180 x 22. Weight in Grams: 670.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843108702
ISBN
9781843108702
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 52.84

Paperback. Based on the experiences of classroom teachers, and written from a teacher's perspective, this book provides easy-to-apply strategies that support and encourage AS students in the mainstream classroom, from organization and time management techniques to framing classroom instructions to make lessons more accessible for children with AS. Num Pages: 160 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JNSL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 158 x 9. Weight in Grams: 242.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843108405
ISBN
9781843108405
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 22.26

Paperback. This guide provides need-to-know information for parents and professionals and answers frequently asked questions about dyslexia. Alan M. Hultquist addresses many of the issues surrounding dyslexia, including possible causes and subtypes, means of testing, remediation and the controversial matter of "staying back" to repeat a school year. Series: JKP Essentials. Num Pages: 112 pages. BIC Classification: JNS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 174 x 7. Weight in Grams: 206.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
112
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843108337
ISBN
9781843108337
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.54

Paperback. This workbook is designed for parents of children with developmental disabilities. It offers step-by-step instructions for drawing up and implementing behaviour plans that successfully address and improve challenging behaviours. The book is full of checklists and activities to monitor and assess behaviours and track a child's development. Num Pages: 160 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JMC; VFX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 280 x 211 x 9. Weight in Grams: 400.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843108092
ISBN
9781843108092
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.63

Paperback. Durig provides ideas and examples that enable the reader to understand and recognize autism, and prepare for interaction with autistic people. He explains how autistic perception 'works' and how it yields autistic behaviours, to enable readers to see the world through the eyes of an autistic person, and thus change the way they perceive autism. Num Pages: 136 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JNSL; MMH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 142 x 215 x 13. Weight in Grams: 188.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
144
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843107910
ISBN
9781843107910
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.15

Paperback. Martha Kennedy Hartnett is the mother of a child with AS who made the courageous choice to homeschool. Emerging from the author's personal experience, this book is a step by step account of successful home education. It will take you into the homes of Asperger families as they journey from survival of the playground bully to making it work at home. Num Pages: 144 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JNS; VFJD; VFX; VSK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 219 x 141 x 10. Weight in Grams: 152.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
144
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843107637
ISBN
9781843107637
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.08

Paperback. The authors provide a diagnostic model based on assessment of the child in contrast to 'neurotypical' children, considering relationships at home, school or in care. They show how to develop early intervention strategies and aid parents, teachers and mental health professionals in making informed decisions to nurture the development of AS children. Num Pages: 320 pages, indexes. BIC Classification: JMC; JNS; VFJD; VFX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 236 x 157 x 16. Weight in Grams: 464.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843107484
ISBN
9781843107484
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 35.00

Paperback. Based on 25 years of working with children with ASDs Magnusen contends that teachers who can blend the 'science' of education methodology with the 'art' of teaching are best able to reach these children. She takes a fresh look at established and more recent teaching methods and then explores why, when and how these techniques should be applied. Num Pages: 128 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JNSL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 163 x 8. Weight in Grams: 218.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
128
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843107477
ISBN
9781843107477
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.65

Paperback. Num Pages: 176 pages, index. BIC Classification: JMP; MMH; MMJT; VFJB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 157 x 10. Weight in Grams: 264.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843107439
ISBN
9781843107439
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.81

Hardback. This volume reveals the deeply personal nature of the intersubjective process of group therapy as it affects the group therapist and other group members. By locating the group therapist's experience in the centre of the action, Richard M. Billow moves away from traditional approaches in group psychotherapy. Series: International Library of Group Analysis. Num Pages: 256 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: JMH; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 240 x 162 x 21. Weight in Grams: 540.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843107385
ISBN
9781843107385
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 54.12

Paperback. The author's introduction to the simultaneous treatment of parent and child brings together theoretical background and suggestions for practice in an accessible and comprehensive format. This useful book will be a welcome resource for social workers, child psychiatrists, family therapists and other professionals working with children. Num Pages: 240 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: JKSN; MMH; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 0. Weight in Grams: 371.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843107361
ISBN
9781843107361
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 35.00

Paperback. This book introduces autism from a non-clinical, humanist perspective, emphasizing that we are all more alike than different. The author deconstructs the fundamental concepts of the autistic experience using language, examples and anecdotes that are concrete and understandable for all. Num Pages: 192 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: JNSL; MMJ; VFJD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 138 x 13. Weight in Grams: 136.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
144
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843107262
ISBN
9781843107262
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.81

Paperback. Adoptive, foster and stepmothers, like biological mothers, find their lives completely changed by motherhood although they are not always granted the rights and privileges accorded to those who give birth. Barbara Waterman explores the common experiences that are shared by all those who enter the motherhood portal. Num Pages: 272 pages, Bibliography, index. BIC Classification: JHBK; VFJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 158 x 14. Weight in Grams: 394.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843107248
ISBN
9781843107248
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.37

Paperback. Jennifer Overton uses the key calendar events in the year to discuss the roller coaster of emotions that accompany life with her autistic son Nicholas. This book is a powerful account of what it is like to mother an autistic child, which puts a human face to autism amid all the overwhelming myths and facts that surround it. Num Pages: 224 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: BG; JMC; MMJ; VFJB; VFX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 344.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843107231
ISBN
9781843107231
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.18

Hardback. This book examines the risk factors surrounding children at risk of experiencing and perpetrating violence, and looks at the positive role that children's rights can play in their protection. The authors propose that violence in childhood is not spontaneous: that children are raised to become violent in poorly functioning families. Num Pages: 288 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSB1; JMC; YXZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 571.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843106982
ISBN
9781843106982
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 66.86

Paperback. This new edition of an award-winning book includes up-to-date research and practice, providing parents and carers with a host of ideas to encourage their child's development. The games and activities use toys and materials which most children will already have, and involve no special preparation. They are also fun to play. Illustrator(s): Mellersh, Jeanie. Num Pages: 272 pages, 59 illustrations. BIC Classification: JNS; VFXC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 232 x 159 x 18. Weight in Grams: 424.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition
2nd
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843106937
ISBN
9781843106937
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.81

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