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Paperback. Employment is an important part of a healthy, balanced and fulfilling life but less than 20 per cent of people with Asperger Syndrome (AS) are in work at any one time. The adults with AS in this book explore the issues surrounding employment, providing advice and insights for others with AS, as well as their employers and colleagues. Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: JFFG; JHBL; MJNA; VFJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 157 x 12. Weight in Grams: 276.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843106487
- ISBN
- 9781843106487
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Condition: New
€ 24.57
€ 24.57
Paperback. Effective Grief and Bereavement Support shows how social networks, whether they be friends, colleagues or family, can provide an important source of support following sudden bereavement. Kari and Atle Dyregrov provide concrete, evidence-based advice about how support processes can be improved, and the main principles for effective network support. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: JHBZ; JKSN2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 158 x 14. Weight in Grams: 406.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843106678
- ISBN
- 9781843106678
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Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 40.96
€ 40.99
€ 40.96
Paperback. The book looks at people who are living with the disorder, shedding new light on the day-to-day struggle of coping with bulimia. It challenges the stereotypical image of the bulimic teenage girl, revealing that it affects a far wider range of people, and dispelling the myth that bingeing involves only food and purging involves only vomiting. Editor(s): Stavrou, Maria. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: JFFH; MMZD; VFJJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 214 x 132 x 11. Weight in Grams: 206.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843106685
- ISBN
- 9781843106685
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Condition: New
€ 30.86
€ 30.86
Paperback. Looking at expectations, motivations, working conditions and more, Hendrickx explores the reasons why work doesn't work for many people with Asperger Syndrome and how to resolve these issues. Featuring personal stories from those with AS, the book highlights successful scenarios and provides suggestions for employers and those in search of work. Num Pages: 152 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFG; JHBL; MJNA; VFJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 242.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 152
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843106777
- ISBN
- 9781843106777
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Condition: New
€ 26.71
€ 26.71
Paperback. Giggle Time is a program for parents, teachers and other professionals to help develop the non-verbal, verbal and social reciprocity skills of children with autism. It describes in accessible detail how to communicate with children with autism and gives clear instructions on "how to" techniques for developing language skills. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JNSL; VFX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 175 x 13. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843107163
- ISBN
- 9781843107163
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Condition: New
€ 27.09
€ 27.09
Paperback. How do teachers and parents of children with autism address a child's social skills? What do they do about problem behaviors? This book provides explanations for these behaviours, and practical help for both teachers and parents to address them. Teachers learn how to create environmental supports and to incorporate specific teaching strategies. Num Pages: 160 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: JNSL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 174 x 14. Weight in Grams: 286.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843107194
- ISBN
- 9781843107194
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Condition: New
€ 30.87
€ 30.87
Paperback. 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; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 158 x 14. Weight in Grams: 388.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843107392
- ISBN
- 9781843107392
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 53.57
€ 53.57
Paperback. The author explores spirituality in the context of the individual and of society, and discusses how those practicing pastoral or health care can deal with the issues raised outside of any religious ideas or practice. Anderson shows how professionals can help people move towards a more positive state in the face of pain, distress and illness. Series: Practical Theology. Num Pages: 192 pages, references, indices. BIC Classification: HRCX4; HRLP5; JKSN; MBNH9; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 162 x 11. Weight in Grams: 300.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843107460
- ISBN
- 9781843107460
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.64
€ 34.64
Paperback. The program focuses on five key stages of communication development - interactive play, nonverbal communication, social language, conversation, and civil behaviour - and five life-long responsive strategies to use every day to build relationships within the child's own world. Num Pages: 336 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: JMR; JNS; VFJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 232 x 156 x 21. Weight in Grams: 489.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843107583
- ISBN
- 9781843107583
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.44
€ 38.44
Paperback. This warm and accessible book offers advice on subjects ranging across diagnosis and therapy, children's interaction with each other, suitable activities for a child with NLD and how to discuss NLD with children. An essential guide, this book will reassure, advise and inform parents and professionals who work with children with NLD. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JNSG; VFJD; VFX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 157 x 14. Weight in Grams: 334.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843107620
- ISBN
- 9781843107620
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Condition: New
€ 32.13
€ 32.13
Paperback. The author shares her experiences of life as the parent of a child with NLD with humanity and humour. She looks not only at day to day practicalities such as making meal times easier for all the family and reaching compromises on inappropriate clothing choices but also at the long-term plan for independence. Num Pages: 224 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JNSG; VFJD; VFX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 326.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843107705
- ISBN
- 9781843107705
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Condition: New
€ 27.99€ 25.01
€ 27.99
€ 25.01
Hardback. The contributors address challenging questions about identity in relation to personality development, language and socialisation. They demonstrate how their cultural and historical contexts influenced their theoretical approaches to the nature of 'self' and how these ideas in turn shaped how they perceive their personal histories. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: JMS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 571.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st American Ed
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843107798
- ISBN
- 9781843107798
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 103.99
€ 103.99
Paperback. Art Therapy and Social Action is an exciting exploration of how professionals can incorporate the techniques and approaches of art therapy to address social problems. Leading art therapists and other professionals show how creative methods can be used effectively to resolve conflicts, manage aggression, heal trauma and build communities. Editor(s): Kaplan, Frances F. Num Pages: 272 pages, 49 illustrations. BIC Classification: JFF; MQTC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 157 x 15. Weight in Grams: 402.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843107989
- ISBN
- 9781843107989
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 40.96
€ 40.99
€ 40.96
Paperback. Jacobsen provides an inside view of how AS pupils perceive and understand what goes on in the classroom, and how they are perceived by fellow pupils and teachers. She adopts a pragmatic approach to improving communication in the classroom and offers practical strategies to increase mutual understanding and create a supportive learning environment. Num Pages: 120 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JNSL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 159 x 234 x 7. Weight in Grams: 200.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Number of pages
- 120
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843108047
- ISBN
- 9781843108047
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.84
€ 25.84
Paperback. Replays addresses the challenging behaviours of children with autism spectrum disorders through interactive symbolic play. It shows parents and professionals how to help children access their emotions. Chapters show how to implement and adapt the intervention to address specific issues in different settings and circumstances. Num Pages: 144 pages, 25 illustrations. BIC Classification: JMC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 155 x 235 x 8. Weight in Grams: 214.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 144
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843108320
- ISBN
- 9781843108320
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 28.35
€ 28.35
Paperback. This book presents a variety of experience-based perspectives on working in palliative care. Emphasising the use of self and the importance of reflective practice in professional work, the book will be of relevance to professionals in medical and social care who want to gain a deeper understanding of their work and of the motivation underlying it. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: HRLK; JHBZ; VFJX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 138 x 217 x 7. Weight in Grams: 160.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 128
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843108573
- ISBN
- 9781843108573
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.40
€ 38.40
Paperback. Martin presents a comprehensive developmental profile of children with NLD. She helps parents and professionals to identify learners with NLD and insure they receive early intervention. Offering practical advice on NLD at home and at school, she describes step-by-step interventions for improving a range of skills from penmanship to social acumen. Num Pages: 240 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JNS; VFJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 352.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843108580
- ISBN
- 9781843108580
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 28.35
€ 28.35
Paperback. Korpi recognizes the need for young adults to be included in decisions and discussions about their future. The first part of the book shows how families can adapt everyday routines to develop the young adult's life skills. The second part provides information on support services, and stresses the importance of devising an effective transition plan. Num Pages: 144 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JNS; VFXC1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 212 x 133 x 8. Weight in Grams: 178.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 144
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843108740
- ISBN
- 9781843108740
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 28.35
€ 28.35
Hardback. This book is full of advice on the safe, effective treatments that are available to children, and offers positive strategies for helping parents and professionals to do the best for their dyslogical child. Drawing on the latest research, Rimland outlines the impact of biological factors and exposes the influences of toxins and dietary deficiencies. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: JMAL; JMC; JNSG; VFJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 165 x 18. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843108771
- ISBN
- 9781843108771
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 34.65
€ 34.65
Paperback. The Colors of Grief explores strategies for supporting a grieving child to ensure healthy growth. Janis Di Ciacco illustrates the child's grieving process, and, drawing connections between bereavement, attachment issues and social dysfunction, suggests easy-to-use activities for intervention, including infant massage, aromatherapy and storytelling. Num Pages: 176 pages, 16 illustrations. BIC Classification: JMC; VFJX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 9. Weight in Grams: 262.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843108863
- ISBN
- 9781843108863
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.13
€ 32.13