Working with People with Learning Disabilities - Theory and Practice (Paperback)

A comprehensive introduction to working with people with learning disabilities, this guide provides the theoretical understanding needed to inform good practice and to help improve the quality of life of people within this group. Using accessible language and case examples, the authors discuss both psychological and practical theories, including: * person-centred and behavioural approaches * anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive approaches * systems theory * task centred approach * role theory. Emphasising empowerment and inclusion of those with learning disabilities, they relate theory to issues such as loss and bereavement, sexuality and social stigma. They also provide guidance for practitioners on social policy and legislation and explore crisis intervention, values and ethics, advocacy and joint agency work, making this an extremely useful resource for social workers, nurses, teachers care workers and others working with people with learning disabilities.

General

Imprint:	Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	February 2003
First published:	September 2000
Authors:	Honor Woods • David Thomas
Dimensions:	228 x 150 x 14mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	288
ISBN-13:	978-1-85302-973-8
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social issues > Disability: social aspects Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social work > General Books > Social sciences > Education > Teaching of specific groups > Teaching of children / adults with specific learning difficulties Promotions
LSN:	1-85302-973-4
Barcode:	9781853029738

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