Psychosocial Aspects of Diabetes - Children, Adolescents and Their Families (Paperback, 1st New edition)

Part of the Paediatric Psychology series Children and young people are increasingly among those being diagnosed with diabetes. However in the UK only 1 in 6 children succeed in controlling their diabetes successfully, despite support from parents and professionals. This enlightening new book is a comprehensive account of diabetes and the complex medical and psychosocial factors that influence metabolic control in children and young people. It presents a series of evidence-based and accessible educational, psychological and social approaches to increase specialist knowledge, promote positive attitudes, enhance patient care and create appropriate healthcare environments. The book offers an easy-to-comprehend approach to clinical care and includes practical tools for assessment for all healthcare professionals throughout the text. Featuring contributions from a number of international experts in the field, this thorough and wide-ranging guide is informative reading for all students, academics and professionals with an interest in paediatric psychology and health.

General

Imprint:	Radcliffe Publishing Ltd
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	February 2012
First published:	2012
Authors:	Christie Deborah • Clarissa Martin
Dimensions:	246 x 174 x 18mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	272
Edition:	1st New edition
ISBN-13:	978-1-84619-513-6
Categories:	Books > Medicine > Clinical & internal medicine > Endocrinology > Diabetes Books > Medicine > Other branches of medicine > Clinical psychology > General
LSN:	1-84619-513-6
Barcode:	9781846195136

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