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Paperback. Reflecting changes in health promotion practice, policy and research, this title explores the potential at the local level for communities to be involved in promoting their own health and examines the role of statutory agencies and other organizations in the making of healthy public policy. Editor(s): Jones, Linda; Sidell, Moyra; Douglas, Jenny; Sidel, Moira. Num Pages: 376 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MBNH; MBP; MQCX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 178 x 243 x 24. Weight in Grams: 644.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333949313
- ISBN
- 9780333949313
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Condition: New
€ 49.99€ 40.13
€ 49.99
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Paperback. Num Pages: 248 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; HBTB; JHBZ; MBP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 153 x 229 x 30. Weight in Grams: 378.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- Beacon Press
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780807076996
- ISBN
- 9780807076996
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€ 25.99€ 19.48
€ 25.99
€ 19.48
Urban Sprawl and Public Health: Designing, Planning, and Building for ...
Frumkin, Howard, Frank, Lawrence, Jackson, Ri...
Paperback. Offering a survey of the impact that the built environment can have on the health of the people who inhabit our cities, the authors go on to suggest ways in which the design of cities could be improved and have a positive impact on the well-being of their citizens. Num Pages: 288 pages, Ill.fig.tabs. BIC Classification: MBP; RPC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 154 x 22. Weight in Grams: 608.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Island Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781559633055
- ISBN
- 9781559633055
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€ 35.99€ 33.85
€ 35.99
€ 33.85
Hardcover. Part of the "Research in Political Sociology" series, this title deals with health problems, challenges and accomplishments in democratic societies. It includes papers addressing health systems, health policies, obstacles to societal healthy behaviors, and/or health conditions that are experienced in democratic societies in the world. Editor(s): Wejnert, Barbara. Series Editor(s): Wejnert, Barbara. Series: Research in Political Sociology. Num Pages: 300 pages. BIC Classification: JPHV; MBP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 153 x 21. Weight in Grams: 434.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Emerald Group Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 300
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780522388
- ISBN
- 9781780522388
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€ 87.12€ 78.81
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€ 78.81
Paperback. This book offers new insights into the application of a well-established approach to people who have traditionally been thought not to benefit from them. It demonstrates that rehabilitation has positive outcomes for people with dementia's quality of life and self-esteem, especially if rehabilitation is seen as a positive philosophy of practice. Editor(s): Marshall, Mary. Num Pages: 256 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKS; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 378.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843102861
- ISBN
- 9781843102861
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Condition: New
€ 37.01
€ 37.01
Paperback. Gillian White draws on her experiences and proposes that multi-professional health care teams should talk about spirituality in challenging but safe environments to develop shared understanding of it, and to increase their confidence about integrating spiritual care into their daily practise. Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: HRLK; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 157 x 13. Weight in Grams: 290.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843103059
- ISBN
- 9781843103059
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Condition: New
€ 29.75
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Paperback. This book provides a guide to effective case management, outlining all the key issues that professionals working with brain-injured people will need to know, from understanding what brain injury actually is and how it feels to experience it to strategies for rehabilitation, assessing risk and implementing support plans. Series: Good Practice in Health, Social Care and Criminal Justice. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 352.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843103158
- ISBN
- 9781843103158
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€ 33.39
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Paperback. This book explores how IT can help people with learning and communication difficulties increase their independence, communicate in more direct ways and express themselves as part of society. It examines common problems, and shows how IT can help solve them. Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFG; MBP; UYZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 308.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843103752
- ISBN
- 9781843103752
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Condition: New
€ 24.92
€ 24.92
Paperback. Advance directive (AD) is a way of making a person's views known if he or she should become mentally incapable of giving consent, or making informed choices about treatment, in the future. This book advises users on their choices about treatment in the event of future episodes of mental illness, covering all legal and medical aspects of AD. Num Pages: 216 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 1DBKW; JKSM; LNTM1; MBPK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 158 x 12. Weight in Grams: 334.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843104834
- ISBN
- 9781843104834
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Condition: New
€ 37.01
€ 37.01
Paperback. The author argues that the strong connections between moral meaning and spirituality are often not reflected in the health and social care literature. Using case studies and examples from everyday situations, the author provides a practical framework for incorporating spirituality into ethical decision-making and care. Num Pages: 208 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HRLK; JKS; MBDC; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 314.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843104988
- ISBN
- 9781843104988
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Condition: New
€ 29.75
€ 29.75
Intervention and Support for Parents and Carers of Children and Young ...
Wright, Barry, Williams, Chris
Paperback. The manual is divided into ten sessions that introduce a topic related to autism and Asperger Syndrome. During each session parents are introduced to a new topic and are invited to participate in exercises and group discussions that serve to reinforce the key messages discussed earlier. Each session closes with recommended reading and 'homework'. Num Pages: 256 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSB; JKSN2; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 208 x 293 x 16. Weight in Grams: 728.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843105480
- ISBN
- 9781843105480
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Condition: New
€ 45.49
€ 45.49
Paperback. This book presents an innovative model for therapy and supervision. It draws on ideas from the psychological traditions of Transactional Analysis, Gestalt theory and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to develop an integrated approach to working with clients and to developing a supervisor-supervisee relationship that can adapt to suit individual needs. Num Pages: 272 pages, 26 figures/tables. BIC Classification: JKS; KJMV2; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 152 x 227 x 18. Weight in Grams: 410.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843106364
- ISBN
- 9781843106364
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€ 33.39
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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.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843107460
- ISBN
- 9781843107460
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Condition: New
€ 28.55
€ 28.55
Paperback. Although currently many people with dementia are not given the opportunity to receive professional counselling, this book explores the value of counselling for people living with this condition and how it enables them to make sense of themselves. The author shows how counselling can have positive outcomes for those with dementia and their carers. Num Pages: 128 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MBPK; MJND. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 9. Weight in Grams: 198.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 128
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843109785
- ISBN
- 9781843109785
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Condition: New
€ 22.14
€ 22.14
Paperback. It has often been assumed that people with developmental disabilities are incapable of expressing or acquiring the level of emotional insight necessary to engage in any kind of therapy. This book explodes this myth, challenging mental health professionals and families to engage in genuine dialogue with people who are developmentally disabled. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: JMC; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 213 x 140 x 9. Weight in Grams: 182.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 128
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849050166
- ISBN
- 9781849050166
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€ 29.75
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Paperback. The book addresses the complexities and dilemmas faced by practitioners involved in mental health care, and enable the reader to reflect on their understanding. Case studies covering psychodynamic theory, cognitive behavioural therapy, systemic family therapy, attachment therapy and therapeutic group-work are also included. Editor(s): Webber, Martin; Nathan, Jack; Rushton, Alan. Series Editor(s): Blewett, James. Num Pages: 272 pages, 1 tables, 13 figures. BIC Classification: JKSM; JKSN; MBPK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 18. Weight in Grams: 402.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849050296
- ISBN
- 9781849050296
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€ 33.39
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Paperback. The complete guide to making the transition from student to newly qualified adult or mental health social worker (NQSW). It covers everything you need to know to meet the requirements of NQSW status, and guides you through the challenges and hurdles. Strategies on staying motivated, managing stress and developing support networks are included. Num Pages: 192 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JKSN; MBPK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 153 x 231 x 13. Weight in Grams: 290.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849051583
- ISBN
- 9781849051583
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€ 30.99€ 30.97
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Paperback. The author shows beyond question that neglectful care is a systemic blight, rather than mere local blemish, within our health services. He analyses the causes and factors involved, reveals the widespread denial and lack of accountability from those responsible, and spells out implications of this failure to care for the vulnerable with humanity. Num Pages: 384 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JKS; JPP; JPQB; MBP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 155 x 26. Weight in Grams: 568.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849051606
- ISBN
- 9781849051606
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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.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849052085
- ISBN
- 9781849052085
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Paperback. This book looks at the problems facing healthcare systems from a social anthropological angle, and argues for a return to a values-based approach to healthcare. The author clarifies how organizations need to identify the goals that unite their members and how individuals at every level can contribute to positive change in their organizations. Num Pages: 272 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: MBDC; MBPM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 402.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849053181
- ISBN
- 9781849053181
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Condition: New
€ 37.01
€ 37.01