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The Psychology of Ageing
An Introduction
5th edition
This well-established text has been completely revised in this expanded fifth edition. Each chapter has been updated to reflect current thinking, and a new chapter on death, dying and bereavement has been added. This new edition is essential reading for all those working with older people, and a key text for students. more »
2012, Paperback: £29.99/ $45.00ISBN: 978-1-84905-245-0, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 464pp
Keywords: adults, Alzheimer's disease, bereavement, communication, dementia, depression, families, mental health, mental illness, nursing, occupational therapy, older people, psychology, residential care, resilience, self esteem, sleep
Who will I be when I die?
Christine Bryden was 46 when she was diagnosed with dementia, and in this book she describes her remarkable emotional, physical and spiritual journey in the three years immediately following. Originally published in Australia in 1998, the book is brought completely up-to-date with new material and photographs, and is a truly inspirational read. more »
2012, Paperback: £13.99/ $19.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-312-9, 216mm x 138mm / 8.5in x 5.5in, 176pp
Keywords: adults, Alzheimer's disease, autobiography, carers, dementia, families, memoirs, mental health, older people, practical theology, spirituality
Transforming the Quality of Life for People with Dementia through Contact with the Natural World
Fresh Air on My Face
This important book simply but persuasively demonstrates why we should provide the opportunities for people with dementia to experience the great outdoors. The contributors explore many different ways in which people with dementia can experience and interact with nature. more »
2011, Paperback: £16.99/ $26.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-267-2, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 160pp
Keywords: adult protection, Alzheimer's disease, anxiety, communication, creative therapies, dementia, depression, health care, mental health, occupational therapy, older people, sensory stimulation, spirituality
How We Treat the Sick
Neglect and Abuse in our Health Services
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. more »
2011, Paperback: £19.99/ $39.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-160-6, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 384pp
Keywords: Alzheimer's disease, cancer, dementia, disability, disability law, health care, mental health, nursing, occupational therapy, older people, palliative care, pastoral care, practical theology, risk assessment, social care, social policy, trauma
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with Older People
Interventions for Those With and Without Dementia
This book is a detailed guide to using CBT with older people both with and without cognitive difficulties. Reviewing its use in different settings, it covers both conceptual and practical perspectives, and details everything from causes and initial assessment to case formulation and change techniques. more »
2010, Paperback: £24.99/ $39.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-100-2, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 256pp
Keywords: Alzheimer's disease, anxiety, cognitive behavioural therapy, counselling, dementia, depression, health care, mental health, mental illness, older people, psychology, psychotherapy, social care, social work
Decision-Making, Personhood and Dementia
Exploring the Interface
Based on papers from the Centre for Research on Personhood in Dementia workshop, experts discuss the interface between dementia, personhood and decision-making. Drawing on a range of perspectives, the book forges new understandings of relationships between informal decision-making and formal biomedical or legal processes for assessing competence. more »
2009, Paperback: £19.99/ $34.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-585-5, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 224pp
Keywords: Alzheimer's disease, carers, community care, dementia, mental health, mental illness, older people, person-centred, residential care, social care, social work
Person-Centred Counselling for People with Dementia
Making Sense of Self
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. more »
2009, Paperback: £14.99/ $23.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-978-5, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 128pp
Keywords: Alzheimer's disease, carers, community care, counselling, dementia, mental health, nursing, older people, person-centred, psychology, residential care, social care, social work
Design for Nature in Dementia Care
This book provides comprehensive examples of ways to connect to nature through indoor and outdoor activities. The author describes activities that offer a connection to nature, such as caring for house plants and pets, gardening, cooking and handicrafts. He suggests practical ways to incorporate nature into indoor and outdoor environments. more »
2007, Paperback: £19.99/ $34.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-571-8, 297mm x 210mm / 11in x 8.5in, 182pp
Keywords: Alzheimer's disease, carers, counselling, dementia, health care, mental health, occupational therapy, older people, psychology, social care, social work
Dementia Care Training Manual for Staff Working in Nursing and Residential Settings
This interactive resource book encourages front-line staff working with dementia sufferers to examine their working practice and modify it to meet best practice guidelines. Packed with photocopiable exercises, discussion points and questions, this training manual provides a framework for care work in line with statutory requirements and standards. more »
2006, Paperback: £29.99/ $56.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-318-9, 297mm x 210mm / 11in x 8.5in, 240pp
Keywords: Alzheimer's disease, carers, challenging behaviour, counselling, dementia, emotions, health care, mental health, mental illness, nursing, older people, residential care, social care, social work
Depression in Later Life
The authors take a multidisciplinary approach and employ both medical and psycho-social models of depression. The medical model is used to identify symptoms, make diagnoses and work towards optimal treatment. Psycho-social perspectives provide insight into the scale and complexity of the condition and point to its social causes. more »
2005, Paperback: £16.99/ $27.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-234-2, 216mm x 138mm / 8.5in x 5.5in, 160pp
Keywords: Alzheimer's disease, counselling, depression, mental health, older people, social care, social work, trauma
The Care Homes Legal Handbook
This handbook provides care home managers and related social work professionals with guidance and practical instruction in understanding the procedures and regulations involved in the Care Standards Act 2000. This is an indispensable and user-friendly guide for all those managing and working in residential care homes for older people. more »
2002, Paperback: £29.99/ $47.95ISBN: 978-1-84310-064-5, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 176pp
Keywords: Alzheimer's disease, carers, dementia, health care, mental health, older people, residential care, social care, social policy, social work, supported living
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