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Paperback. This book uncovers the experiences of disabled women who have suffered domestic violence, drawing on the first UK national study conducted in this area. It discusses the nature of violence perpetrated against disabled women and the range of its impacts, and outlines how services can be developed and improved, pointing to examples of good practice. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: JFFE3; JFFG; JFSJ1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UF) Further/Higher Education. Dimension: 227 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 292.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849050081
- ISBN
- 9781849050081
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Condition: New
€ 33.28
€ 33.28
Paperback. The authors explain clearly how to prepare for, carry out and reflect on the use of Intensive Interaction with a client or family member. A multitude of key questions are addressed. In the final section they consider some of the wider implications of the approach. Num Pages: 160 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFG; JKSN; JNS; VFJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 151 x 11. Weight in Grams: 246.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849051095
- ISBN
- 9781849051095
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Condition: New
€ 27.36
€ 27.36
Paperback. Alcohol misuse is becoming an increasingly significant issue for people aged 55 and over. This practical guide explores the factors that differentiate older drinkers, and introduces an innovative person-centred model that will help counsellors and other healthcare professionals to them the help and support they need. Num Pages: 208 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFH1; JKSG; JKSN2; MMZR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 171 x 228 x 15. Weight in Grams: 316.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849051170
- ISBN
- 9781849051170
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Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 30.86
€ 30.99
€ 30.86
Paperback. People with learning difficulties are considerably more likely to experience sexual violence than those without, and for this reason they are often described as 'vulnerable'. This book argues that treating adults with learning difficulties as 'vulnerable' leaves them with fewer of the skills which are needed to protect themselves from harm. Num Pages: 192 pages, 7 figures/tables. BIC Classification: JFFG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 226 x 154 x 14. Weight in Grams: 294.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849051675
- ISBN
- 9781849051675
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Condition: New
€ 33.41
€ 33.41
Paperback. Wide-ranging, authoritative and grounded in the expertise of people with intellectual disabilities, this book offers an authentic account of the challenges those with intellectual disabilities face in their relationships and sex lives across the globe and explores what society needs to do to respect their rights. Editor(s): Docherty, Daniel; Chapman, Rohhss. Num Pages: 230 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFG; JKSN; VFJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 175 x 245 x 18. Weight in Grams: 576.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849052504
- ISBN
- 9781849052504
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Condition: New
€ 37.05
€ 37.05
Paperback. This book brings together findings from 10 years of UK research that shed light on different aspects of child and family assessment, examining the evidence for what works in promoting the best outcomes for children. It covers thresholds for assessment and intervention, what information should be collected, and assessments in different contexts. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFE1; JKSB1; JKSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 376.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849052566
- ISBN
- 9781849052566
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Condition: New
€ 39.46
€ 39.46
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.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849058346
- ISBN
- 9781849058346
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Condition: New
€ 26.04
€ 26.04
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.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 300
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853021121
- ISBN
- 9781853021121
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Condition: New
€ 35.99€ 35.68
€ 35.99
€ 35.68
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
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Condition: New
€ 39.46
€ 39.46
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
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Condition: New
€ 42.99€ 42.91
€ 42.99
€ 42.91
Paperback. This book is written for those who have responsibilities for people with profound intellectual and multiple disabilities. It considers how to cope with the complex problems of someone with this level of disability, interpret their needs, and maintain effective contact with all the professionals and organisations who deal with them. Num Pages: 200 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: CFZ; JFFG; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 160 x 235 x 2. Weight in Grams: 384.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853022449
- ISBN
- 9781853022449
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Condition: New
€ 36.99€ 36.89
€ 36.99
€ 36.89
Paperback. Examining the theory and practice of work with people with mental health problems, this volume considers the current state of policy and organisation and the changes that have taken place over the last decade in the field. The book charts the move away from separate, specialist services, and the resultant impact on service provision. Editor(s): Ulas, Marion; Connor, Anne. Series: Research Highlights in Social Work. Num Pages: 256 pages, forms. BIC Classification: JFFG; JKSN; MBPK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 353.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 250
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853023026
- ISBN
- 9781853023026
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Condition: New
€ 45.99€ 45.33
€ 45.99
€ 45.33
Paperback. Invisible Victims outlines the range and nature of crimes against people with learning difficulties, and the way the law does - or should - relate to these crimes. It discusses the sources of victimization and deals with prevention specifically from the perspective of learning disabilities. Num Pages: 160 pages, references. BIC Classification: JFFE; JFFG; JKSN; JKV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 417.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853023095
- ISBN
- 9781853023095
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Condition: New
€ 43.10
€ 43.10
Paperback. The reasons for the onset of manic depression are considered in order to further understand and assist treatment by increasing knowledge of how manic depressives actually feel. Particular difficulties in treatment are addressed, such as unresponsiveness and the problem of the manic high from which the patient may not want to recover. Num Pages: 200 pages, indices. BIC Classification: JFFG; MMH; MMJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 299.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853023477
- ISBN
- 9781853023477
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Condition: New
€ 37.05
€ 37.05
Paperback. This book explains the provision, both law and practice, of equipment and home adaptations to assist older or disabled people in daily living. The range of items covered is great, from alarms to artificial limbs, baths to bedrooms, chopping boards to crutches, electronic toothbrushes to environmental controls, and walking frames to wheelchairs. Editor(s): Mandelstam, Michael. Num Pages: 600 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 1DBKW; JFFG; JKSG; LNB; LNTH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 30. Weight in Grams: 934.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853023521
- ISBN
- 9781853023521
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Condition: New
€ 51.99€ 51.57
€ 51.99
€ 51.57
Paperback. This book is a major contribution to the literature on race, identity and child development, and offers a radically new way of looking at some of these issues. Based on intensive research on interracial families, the book reviews the previous literature relating to racial identity development, and shows it to be based on flawed assumptions. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFF; JFSL1; JFSP1; JFSP2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 326.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 250
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853023767
- ISBN
- 9781853023767
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Condition: New
€ 37.05
€ 37.05
Paperback. Based on both research and practice, this book provides a comprehensive picture of the success, fairness and significance of child protection services for children, parents and individuals. It approaches the problem of child abuse from the various perspectives of those affected (abused children and young people, parents and professionals). Editor(s): Waterhouse, Lorraine. Series: Research Highlights in Social Work. Num Pages: 240 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFE1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 231 x 153 x 18. Weight in Grams: 376.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853024085
- ISBN
- 9781853024085
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Condition: New
€ 36.99€ 36.89
€ 36.99
€ 36.89
Paperback. Incorporating the voices of professionals counselling survivors of abuse, and those of the survivors themselves, this book provides the reader with a theoretical understanding of people who have endured abuse, as well as practical approaches to counselling them. The effects of different types of abuse and abusive environments are explored. Editor(s): Bear, Zetta. Series: Good Practice in Health, Social Care and Criminal Justice. Num Pages: 208 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables. BIC Classification: JFF; JKSN2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 308.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853024245
- ISBN
- 9781853024245
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 36.99€ 36.89
€ 36.99
€ 36.89
Paperback. Providing practical guidance on the best way to assess sexual abusers, this book fuses contemporary theory with an awareness of the subjective nature of the work. Assessment in various (clinical, legal and statutory) settings is considered and an overview of assessment methods is presented along with a detailed exposition of techniques. Num Pages: 176 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFE2; JKSN; JKV; JMK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 157 x 10. Weight in Grams: 272.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 172
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853024351
- ISBN
- 9781853024351
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Condition: New
€ 35.99€ 35.68
€ 35.99
€ 35.68
Paperback. This volume reviews recent research into the nature and effects of addiction and considers the usefulness of policies which aim to prevent it. The contributors focus on topics such as smoking, alcoholism, gambling and injecting drug use, examining treatment and the effectiveness of prevention and intervention programmes. Editor(s): Wood, Fiona; Bloor, Mick; Bloor, Michael. Series: Research Highlights in Social Work. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: JFFH1; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156. Weight in Grams: 326.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Pub
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853024382
- ISBN
- 9781853024382
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 43.10
€ 43.10