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Bipolar disorder can be a devastating illness, seriously affecting not only the person with bipolar but also their children, partner, parents, family and friends. While most people are familiar with the terms 'manic depressive' and 'bipolar disorder', there remains a lack of real understanding about the illness and many sufferers and their families can feel helpless, alone and misunderstood. more »
June 2010, Paperback: £12.99/ $18.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-935-8, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 176pp
Keywords: adolescence, adults, anxiety, autobiography, bipolar disorder, child development, children, counselling, depression, divorce, emotions, employment, families, health care, memoirs, mental health, mental illness, nursing, parenting, psychiatry, psychology, psychosis, relationships, social care, social work, teenagers, trauma
Relationship-based practice is founded on the idea that human relationships are of paramount importance and should be at the heart of all good social work practice.
This book provides a thorough guide to relationship-based practice in social work, communicating the theory using illustrative case studies and offering a model for practice. Case examples cover the different service user... more »
June 2010, Paperback: £19.99/ $32.95
ISBN: 978-1-84905-003-6, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 272pp
Keywords: adolescence, adult protection, adults, attachment, bereavement, challenging behaviour, child development, child protection, child psychology, children, communication, community care, depression, emotions, families, nonverbal learning disabilities, older people, person-centred, psychoanalysis, psychology, relationships, resilience, safeguarding children, social care, social policy, social skills, social work, substance abuse, supervision, teenagers
People receiving care in residential services or their own homes can become very isolated. This workbook will equip social care staff with the knowledge and skills to understand what friendships and relationships mean to service users' health and well being. more »
June 2010, Paperback: £14.99/ $24.95
ISBN: 978-1-84905-072-2, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 112pp
Keywords: adult protection, adults, advocacy, Alzheimer's disease, carers, communication, community care, dementia, disability, elder abuse, emotions, health care, intellectual disabilities, nonverbal learning disabilities, nursing, older people, person-centred, relationships, residential care, risk assessment, social care, social work, supported living
Rebuilding Lives after Domestic Violence examines in-depth the long-term outcomes for women who have suffered domestic violence and abuse, based on interviews conducted over seven years.
Through these interviews the author reveals the factors which help or hinder a successful transition from abusive relationship to independent living. The women interviewed provide an insight into the... more »
May 2010, Paperback: £18.99/ $32.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-961-7, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 208pp
Keywords: adult protection, adults, bereavement, careers, child protection, children, counselling, divorce, domestic abuse, emotions, employment, families, health care, housing, joint working, mental health, offenders, relationships, resilience, risk assessment, safeguarding children, self esteem, sexual abuse, social care, social policy, social work, trauma, violence
The issue of 'recovery' has been increasingly prioritised by policymakers in recent years, but the meaning of the concept remains ambiguous. This edited collection brings together the thoughts and experiences of researchers, practitioners and service users from the fields of health, addiction and criminal justice and centres on current developments in addiction policy and practice. more »
March 2010, Paperback: £22.99/ $32.95
ISBN: 978-1-84905-017-3, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 208pp
Keywords: addiction, adults, alcohol, children, counselling, drugs, forensic psychiatry, forensic psychotherapy, group psychotherapy, health care, joint working, nursing, offenders, older people, person-centred, probation, psychiatry, psychoanalysis, psychology, psychotherapy, residential care, self harm, social care, social policy, social work, substance abuse, teenagers, therapeutic communities, youthwork
Losing a loved one and coping with the subsequent adjustments that follow are a difficult fact of life, but people with learning disabilities face specific difficulties in processing and managing these changes. Adopting an integrative approach, this book acknowledges the importance of helping relationships in supporting this vulnerable group through periods of loss and bereavement. more »
2010, Paperback: £18.99/ $29.95
ISBN: 978-1-84905-020-3, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 176pp
Keywords: adults, Asperger syndrome, autism, bereavement, carers, counselling, death, disability, families, grief, health care, high functioning autism, intellectual disabilities, nonverbal learning disabilities, palliative care, social care, social work
Increasing numbers of adults are realising that they have been living with an undiagnosed developmental condition, yet most information and support focuses on children. This leaves many adults confused and in the dark. more »
2009, Paperback: £13.99/ $19.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-980-8, 216mm x 138mm / 8.5in x 5.5in, 192pp
Keywords: ADHD, adolescence, adults, anxiety, Asperger syndrome, autism, careers, counselling, developmental coordination disorder, dyslexia, dyspraxia, education, employment, health care, high functioning autism, intellectual disabilities, mental health, obsessive compulsive disorder, pervasive developmental disorder, social care, social work, teenagers, tourettes
Victims of sexual and physical trauma can feel lost and disconnected from themselves and others. Christiane Sanderson's new book explains how counsellors can restore connection to self and others, and facilitate recovery within a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship. more »
2009, Paperback: £22.50/ $37.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-962-4, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 320pp
Keywords: adults, children, counselling, families, mental health, older people, sexual abuse, trauma, violence
Getting to Grips with Asperger Syndrome is a practical, problem-solving guide for those caring for or supporting an adult with Asperger Syndrome (AS). It will help them understand the condition and the difficulties it may cause, so that they can offer support in the most beneficial way. more »
2009, Paperback: £12.99/ $19.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-977-8, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 224pp
Keywords: adults, Asperger syndrome, occupational therapy, social work, speech and language therapy
In the United States alone, there are roughly three million individuals living with a developmental disability, but less than a third are active in the labor market. This book provides a comprehensive approach to developing a successful jobs program for persons with developmental disabilities, drawn from the author's extensive experience and real success. more »
2009, Paperback: £19.99/ $34.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-922-8, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 160pp
Keywords: adults, Asperger syndrome, autism, careers, intellectual disabilities, occupational therapy, social work, transitions
Supporting someone with Asperger's Syndrome (AS) can, at times, be frustrating and challenging. But a greater knowledge and understanding of the problems facing people with AS can make a huge difference to their lives. more »
2009, Paperback: £29.99/ $55.00
ISBN: 978-1-84905-036-4, 297mm x 210mm / 11in x 8.5in, 160pp
Keywords: adults, Asperger syndrome, autism, counselling, occupational therapy, social care, social work
This valuable resource for people working with adults with learning disabilities provides over 60 sessions of fun and engaging activities that aim to entertain and stimulate the minds of people with learning disabilities. more »
2009, Paperback: £17.99/ $29.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-975-4, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 160pp
Keywords: adults, community care, creative therapies, disability, intellectual disabilities, occupational therapy, play, residential care, social care, social work
"There are many books that have been written about being in a relationship with a man with AS, but I have found none to be as insightful, accurate and understanding of both perspectives as this book by Rudy Simone. Each section of the book says it just the way it is; it is realistic, positive and unbiased."
- From the Foreword by Maxine Aston, author of The Other Half of Asperger... more »
2009, Paperback: £9.99/ $15.95
ISBN: 978-1-84905-803-2, 216mm x 138mm / 8.5in x 5.5in, 112pp
Keywords: adults, Asperger syndrome, high functioning autism, relationships
"In his groundbreaking book, Talmer Shockley (himself a love-shy individual) presents a thoroughly accessible and motivating read for those suffering from love-shyness... Pay attention to his words of wisdom. They will help you find the partner that you so richly deserve"
- Nick Dubin, author of Asperger's Syndrome and Bullying more »
2009, Paperback: £14.99/ $19.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-897-9, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 256pp
Keywords: adults, alexithymia, Asperger syndrome, autism, counselling, relationships
"A remarkable and keenly insightful work from a brilliant and emerging leader in the autism self-advocacy community."
- William Stillman, author of Autism and the God Connection and Demystifying the Autistic Experience more »
2009, Paperback: £13.99/ $19.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-895-5, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 224pp
Keywords: adults, anxiety, Asperger syndrome, children, high functioning autism, occupational therapy, special education
