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1	Handbook of Developmental Disabilities more books like this by Samuel L Odom (Editor), Robert H Horner (Editor), Martha E Snell, PH.D. (Editor) add to wishlist This authoritative "Handbook" reviews the breadth of current knowledge about developmental disabilities: neuroscientific and genetic foundations; the impact on health, learning, and behavior; and, effective educational and clinical practices. Leading authorities analyze what works in intervening with diverse children and families, from infancy ... see all copies from $42.40! new only from $42.40! \| SVS
2	Social Support and Psychiatric Disorder: Research Findings and Guidelines for Clinical Practice more books like this by T S Brugha (Editor) add to wishlist This second volume, in a series looking at the social dimensions of mental illness, collates and critically examines the information currently available on social support as it impacts on mental health. The international team of contributors, each actively involved in both clinical and research work in this field, collectively covers the whole ... see all copies from $39.74! new only from $39.74! \| first editions \| SVS
3	Adults with Autism: A Guide to Theory and Practice more books like this by Stephen H Morgan, Mr. Hugh Morgan (Editor), Geraldine Peacock (Foreword by) add to wishlist From childhood services to adult provision, the needs of an individual develop and change, yet the literature addressing specific adult requirements is scarce. This volume sets out to fill this gap and provides practical help and guidance specifically for those caring for the growing recognised population of adults with autism. Issues of theory ... see all copies from $64.50! new only from $73.01!
4	Healing the Dying: Nurse as Healer Series more books like this by Melody Olson add to wishlist This informative text provides the student and professional nurse with practical guidance in the care of a dying patient. With its straightforward organization, this book offers tables of specific information, such as comparisons of theories and pain medication doses. This information put into real-life situations conveys how the treatment works ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.70! \| first editions
5	Handbook of Psychosocial Interventions with Older Adults: Evidence-Based Approaches more books like this by Sherry M Cummings add to wishlist In the past decade, evidence based practice (EBP) has emerged as one of the most important movements to improve the effectiveness of clinical care. As the number of older adults continues to grow, it is essential that practitioners have knowledge of effective strategies to improve both the medical and the psychosocial aspects of older persons' ... see all copies from $42.11! new only from $42.11!
6	Working with People with Learning Disabilities: Theory and Practice more books like this by David Thomas, III (Editor), Honor Woods (Editor) add to wishlist The authors of this guide bring together the relevant theory for social workers, nurses, teachers and others working with people with learning disabilities. Using jargon-free explanations and case examples they provide the theoretical understanding needed to inform good practice and help to improve the quality of life of the person with a learning ... see all copies from $31.62! new only from $36.71!
7	The Older Cancer Patient: A Guide for Nurses and Related Professionals more books like this by Janine Overcash (Editor), Lodovico Balducci (Editor) add to wishlist Because cancer in the older adult may be present in combination with other chronic conditions, including dementia and frailty, multidisciplinary care is especially important. This book provides nurses with essential information on the care and treatment of the older adult with cancer, including: an overview of cancer in the older adult, and ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $72.92!
8	Changing Outcomes in Psychosis: Collaborative Cases from Pracitioners, Users and Carers more books like this by Richard Velleman (Editor), Eric Davis (Editor), Gina Smith (Editor) add to wishlist This book presents a series of cases of psychosocial interventions with schizophrenia and other serious mental health difficulties. Co-authored by a range of professionals in different roles, as well as carers and service users, this work captures the benefits of a true alliance between the service user and their clinical worker. It details the ... see all copies from $37.33! new only from $53.52!
9	Cancer in Context: A Practical Guide to Supportive Care more books like this by James Brennan, Clare Moynihan add to wishlist This book offers healthcare professionals, academics and anyone affected by cancer a fresh and original approach to the supportive care of people with cancer. It looks at the underlying reasons why cancer so often leads to high levels of distress and, more importantly, it suggests many practical ways distress can be minimised and prevented. The ... see all copies from $76.48! new only from $79.91!
10	Perspectives on Disability more books like this by Mark Nagler, Ph.D. (Editor), Evan J Kemp (Designer) add to wishlist see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.99!
11	Loss and Bereavement in Childbearing more books like this by Rosemary Mander add to wishlist Bereavement is a difficult issue for midwives to manage and families suffer when the care they receive is inadequate or inappropriate. Written by an experienced midwife and researcher, this work examines ways in which midwives can assist families to embark on a healthy grieving process. This new edition of a groundbreaking work reflects the ... see all copies from $41.16! new only from $41.16! \| first editions \| SVS
12 view cover	Caring for Children with Complex Needs in the Community more books like this by Jean Teare (Editor) add to wishlist "Caring for the Child with Complex Needs in Community Settings" provides a valuable overview of the key factors relating to caring for children with complex and continuing care needs. Despite its frequent and increasing use, complex care needs is a term without an agreed definition. This shortfall of knowledge is addressed in this book through ... see all copies from $47.66! new only from $47.66! \| SVS
13 view cover	Clinical Manual of Supportive Psychotherapy more books like this by Peter N Novalis, M.D. add to wishlist This is comprehensive guide to the specific modality of supportive psychotherapy by three experienced clinicians. It documents the wide applicability of supportive psychotherapy, beyond its usual confines of patients in crisis or with chronic mental or physical illness. It presents in a clear and concise fashion the background and techniques of ... see all copies from $80.29! new only from $83.22!
14	AIDS: A Basic Guide in Prevention, Treatment and Understanding: Prevention & Treatment more books like this by Peterson, Ross Seligson, M Ross Seligson add to wishlist This is a book for both general and professional readers, aiming to provide the type of information about AIDS that will help everyone to play their part in preventing the spread of the AIDS pandemic. It covers preventative measures, specific population tactics, social policy and workplace factors. There are appendices containing 18 model AIDS ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $41.38!
15 view cover	The Facts about Drug Use: Coping with Drugs and Alcohol in Your Family, at Work, in Your Community more books like this by Barry Stimmel add to wishlist Drug use affects nearly one out of two Americans, and cuts across every social and economic boundary. The effects of addiction in the individual are great and the cumulative effects on society are staggering. Knowledge of the adverse effects of mood-altering drugs, why they're used excessively, how to identify persons at risk, available resources ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $56.39!
16 view cover	Beyond Fear and Control: Working with Young People Who Self-Harm more books like this by Helen Spandler add to wishlist "Beyond Fear and Control" discusses ways in which services can change the focus from managing or 'stopping' self harm to working with young people in more permissive, 'young person centred' and empowering ways. Although the need for such a change is increasingly being recognised, the practical implications and ethical dilemmas of this shift have ... see all copies from $30.55! new only from $30.55!
17 view cover	Treating Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders: A Guide for Practitioners more books like this by Douglas W Woods (Editor), John Piacentini (Editor), John T Walkup (Editor) add to wishlist Grounded in a comprehensive model of Tourette Syndrome (TS) and related disorders, this state-of-the-art volume provides a multidisciplinary framework for assessment and treatment. Leading authorities present the latest knowledge on the neurobehavioral underpinnings of TS, its clinical presentation, and how to distinguish it from frequently ... see all copies from $32.50! new only from $32.50! \| SVS
18 view cover	A Primer of Supportive Psychotherapy more books like this by Henry Pinsker add to wishlist In A Primer of Supportive Psychotherapy, Henry Pinsker focuses directly on the rationale for, and techniques of, supportive psychotherapy. He explores this modality as a form of dyadic intervention quite distinct from expressive psychotherapies. Pinsker's writing is wise, human, and direct. The realities, ironies, conundrums, and opportunities of ... see all copies from $7.99! new only from $7.99! \| first editions
19 view cover	On Transitions from Group Care: Homeward Bound more books like this by Kelley F Hurst, Psy, Richard A Epstein, D Patrick Zimmerman, Psy add to wishlist Examine ways to help prepare young people for a successful transition from group care to community living! How can we best help young people in residential care settings prepare for life "on the outside?" The editors of On Transitions From Group Care: Homeward Bound are devoted to helping answer the question of how providers of residential ... see all copies from $25.91! new only from $25.91! \| SVS
20	Sudden Infant Death Syndrome: Who Can Help and How more books like this by Charles Corr (Editor), Donna Corr (Editor), Carol Ann Barnickol (Editor) add to wishlist see all copies from $1.99!
21	Psychosocial Occupational Therapy: Proactive Approaches more books like this by Rita P Fleming Cottrell add to wishlist see all copies from $2.23!
22	Stress and Coping in Later-Life Families more books like this by Stevan E Hobfoll, Daniel L Tennenbaum, Janis H Crowther add to wishlist In large part, this volume is a product of the 1989 Kent Psychology Forum, where the volume's contributors presented their ideas about various facets of later-life families, challenged the ideas of others, and had their own ideas challenged in return. In planning this book, the authors' goal was to invite outstanding scholars in three areas ... see all copies from $18.94! first editions
23 view cover	The Complete Directory for People with Chronic Illness more books like this by Laura Mars (Editor) add to wishlist The widely hailed Complete Directory for People with Chronic Illness, updated for 2000/01, is structured around the 80 most prevalent chronic illnesses - from Asthma to Cancer to Wilson's Disease, providing a comprehensive overview of the support services and information resources available for people diagnosed with a chronic illness. Each chronic ... see all copies from $1.99!
24 view cover	Psychosocial Interventions more books like this by Isiaah Crawford, Isiah Crawford, Baruch Fishman add to wishlist As the AIDS pandemic continues to rage forward, mental health professionals will increasingly encounter individuals affected by HIV in their clinical practices; it is imperative for them to be well informed about the disease and its treatment. HIV infection is a chronic, multistage illness that progresses from an emotionally challenging asymptotic ... see all copies from $25.15! new only from $39.95!
25 view cover	Schizophrenia Simplified: A Field Guide to Schizophrenia for Frontline Workers, Families, and Professionals more books like this by J F Thornton (Editor), M V Seeman (Editor) add to wishlist This work is designed to help anyone involved with schizophrenia, directly, personally or professionally. It aims to help to minimize the devastating effects of scizophrenia and points out the pitfalls that patients and their families can encounter. This concise "field manual" is designed to help caregivers understand the stage at which a ... see all copies from $7.00!

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