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The Recovery Mama Guide to Your Eating Disorder Recovery in Pregnancy and Postpartum
Linda Shanti McCabe. Foreword by Carolyn Costin
This book offers friendly, realistic advice to support pregnant women and new mothers struggling with changing body image, eating disorders or postpartum depression. Self-care tips and recovery tools help women let go of social and self-imposed pressures, and embrace being good enough during the massive learning curve of new motherhood. Learn MoreFeb 2019, 208pp -
Supporting Vulnerable Children in the Early Years
Practical Guidance and Strategies for Working with Children at Risk
Edited by Pat Beckley. Foreword by Professor Chris Atkin
This book provides early years practitioners with clear strategies for supporting vulnerable children. Tackling topics such as inequality, poverty and the attainment gap, experienced practitioners from the field set out practical advice for ensuring all children are given a positive foundation for their future lives. Learn MoreFeb 2019, 272pp -
The Interbrain
How Unconscious Connections Influence Human Behaviour and Relationships
Digby Tantam
Arguing that our brains are wirelessly connected though non-verbal communication, Digby Tantam presents research to show how our brains are linked in unexpected ways and the implications this has for our understanding of criminal behaviour, autism spectrum disorders, relationships and more. Learn More2018, Hardback, 9.29in x 6.42in / 236mm x 163mm, 392pp, AU$54.99ISBN: 978-1-84905-476-8Feb 2019, Paperback / softback, 7.56in x 6.02in / 192mm x 153mm, 392pp, AU$39.99ISBN: 9781785924477 -
A Practical Guide to Happiness in Adults on the Autism Spectrum
A Positive Psychology Approach
Victoria Honeybourne
Breaking away from neurotypical ideals of happiness, this book offers simple techniques and exercises to help adults on the spectrum combat negative thoughts and improve their mental health. Practical and engaging, it tackles communication skills, self-awareness, workplace coping strategies and more, with a refreshing positive psychology approach. Learn MoreFeb 2019, 192pp -
Teaching Social Skills to Children with Autism Using Minecraft®
A Step by Step Guide
Raelene Dundon, illustrated by Chloe Amber-Scott
An accessible guide to setting up Minecraft groups to promote social skills in children with autism. It has over 150 pages of session plans, visuals and handouts, as well as sets out a curriculum for educators and professionals to use in the classroom. Learn MoreFeb 2019, 224pp -
Can I tell you about Nystagmus?
A guide for friends, family and professionals
Nadine Neckles, illustrated by Vikas Upadhyay
Nystagmus is a lifelong condition that affects 1 in 1000 people, but what exactly is it? This friendly guide tells readers about the causes, symptoms and effects, shows how to get help at home and at school, and makes the condition more relatable to other children. Ideal for children aged 7+, friends, family, and professionals working with them. Learn MoreFeb 2019, 80pp -
Yoga for Children and Young People with Autism
Yoga Games and Activities to Engage Everyone Across the Spectrum
Michael Chissick, illustrated by Sarah Peacock
Yoga can offer a myriad of social, emotional and health benefits to people with children and young people with autism, and in this guide Michael Chissick draws on his vast experience to help parents and educators make this a reality. Beautifully illustrated, it is packed with plans, games, goals, teaching tips and a multitude of real-life stories. Learn MoreFeb 2019, Paperback, 136pp -
Art Therapy with Older Adults
Connected and Empowered
Erin Partridge
Focusing on empowerment and interpersonal connection, this book presents approaches to art therapy that increase older adults' sense of self-efficacy and encourage community engagement. With wide applications, it includes case studies from community, assisted living, skilled nursing, and dementia-care environments. Learn MoreFeb 2019, 152pp -
Introducing a School Dog
Our Adventures with Doodles the Schnoodle
Cherryl Drabble
School dogs are becoming increasingly popular in both special and mainstream settings, but there is very little information on how to get started. Full of fun anecdotes and insights from when Highfurlong School welcomed their new school dog, Doodles, this book shows the range of benefits a dog can have for all pupils. Learn MoreFeb 2019, 136pp -
Safeguarding Adults and the Law, Third Edition
An A-Z of Law and Practice
Michael Mandelstam
The issues relating to safeguarding vulnerable adults continue to increase in importance. Now in its third edition and a new A-Z format, this book sets this complex area of work within an extensive legal framework, providing comprehensive guidance for practicioners and students. It includes all recent changes to the law, and includes related cases. Learn MoreFeb 2019, 640pp