Complete Catalogue 2007
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New Titles 1 Jessica Kingsley Publishers is a wholly independent com- Autism Spectrum 29 pany, committed to publishing books that make a dif- ference. The company was founded in 1987 by Jessica Education 37 Kingsley and now publishes 150 books a year, which Social Work 39 are available throughout the world. In 2004 we opened Arts Therapies 52 our US office, in Philadelphia. In 2007, Jessica Counselling and Psychotherapy 57 Kingsley Publishers was named the van Tulleken Inde- Psychology 62 pendent Publisher of the Year at the inaugural Inde- Health 63 pendent Publishing Awards. Higher Education 64 Index 65 Order Form 75
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Different Dads Fathers’ Stories of Parenting Disabled Children Edited by Jill Harrison, Matthew Henderson and Rob Leonard Foreword by The Right Honourable David Cameron MP March 2007 176pp ISBN 978 1 84310 454 4 pb £12.99/US$19.95 BIC: VFPD, VFH ‘It is a great idea to draw together stories of fathers’ experiences in bringing up disabled chil- dren. One of the ways parents manage to cope is to know that others have been through the same experiences. Then you learn that it isn’t just about coping – there are positive stories to tell.’ – David Cameron MP Fathers of disabled children can feel overlooked when the focus of much parenting support is aimed at mothers. Different Dads is a collection of inspiring personal testimonies written by fathers of children with a disability who reflect on their own experiences and offer advice to other fathers and families on the challenges of raising a child with a disability. Offering direct and thoughtful perspectives on being a father of a child with a disability, this book will be a valuable source of support and information for families with disabled children, and also for health and social care professionals who work with these families. Jill Harrison is Director of External Affairs at Contact a Family, a UK-wide charity that provides support, advice and information for families with disabled children. She previously managed a Citizens Advice Bureau and a Carers Helpline and is the author of Teach Yourself Caring for Someone at Home. Matthew Henderson has been a Senior Parent Advisor at Contact a Family and has several years experience working with families affected by disability. He currently works with offenders at Holloway prison. Rob Leonard is a PE teacher and father of a disabled child. He is also the author of several journal articles regarding drug education in schools. Making Babies the Hard Way Living with Infertility and Treatment Caroline Gallup April 2007 240pp ISBN 978 1 84310 463 6 pb £12.99/$19.95 BIC: VFKB, VFP, VFHP, MQU How far would you go to have a baby? Making Babies the Hard Way is a frank account of one couple’s discovery that they cannot have children of their own, and their ensuing struggle through four years of fertility treatment. One in six couples worldwide seek assistance to conceive and 80 per cent of couples undergoing fertility treatment are currently unsuccessful. Writing with humour and honesty, Caroline Gallup describes the social, emotional, spiritual and physical impact of infertility on her and her husband, Bruce, including feelings of bereavement for the absent child, the unavoidable sense of inadequacy and the day-to-day difficulties of financial pressure. As well as telling her own moving story, she also offers information and guidance for others who are infertile, or who are considering or undergoing treatment. This courageous and poignant book will be of interest to couples who cannot conceive and those who are under- going treatment, as well as their families and friends. Caroline Gallup is a freelance writer who lives in London, UK, with her husband. She has written newspaper articles on fertility that have been printed in The Independent and the Daily Mail.
www.jkp.com 1 New Titles now in paperback Shattered Lives Children Who Live with Courage and Dignity Camila Batmanghelidjh August 2007 176pp ISBN 978 1 84310 603 6 pb £11.99/US$17.95 BIC:JBQH,JCD,MBPK,JBS Also available in hardback 2006 176pp ISBN 978 1 84310 434 6 hb £13.99/US$19.95 ‘Camila’s work with children who have suffered abuse, trauma and emotional deprivation is outstanding. To hear her reflect on their experience is always to have mind and heart expanded, and it is wonderful that we now have such reflection available in this book for a wider public – so that the urgency of what she is talking about just might at last make an impact on the public and on government.’ – Dr Rowan Williams, Archbishop of Canterbury ‘Camila Batmanghelidjh is a remarkable woman, a child who grew up to fight for children and childhood. This is a truly remarkable book. We must all ensure that it becomes life changing. Politicians should read it with a view to examining why and how we let children fall between the cracks of societal aspiration, legislation and protection, to be damaged and then do damage to others. Public servants should read it to remember why they exist. As ‘Camila Batmanghelidjh, founder off Kids parents we should read it and then love and understand our children a little better in the Company, argues forcefully that every adult future. Read it and weep. Read it and resolve that we must do better. If it was hard to write is responsible for protecting children and and at times hard to read, imagine what it was to live.’ honouring childhood. The case studies are – Shami Chakrabarti, Director of Liberty (the National Council for Civil Liberties) interspersed with psychological theory that explains the behaviour of the children and ‘Shattered Lives is about a conviction and passion for children and young people subjected to young people, again demonstrating the im- portance of nurturing and parenting. the worst forms of suffering and an attempt to set their record straight. It both challenges Anyone working with children in any capac- and charges us as individuals and as a society with the collective responsibility of failing to ity should read this book.’ protect and nurture these children... – Nursing Standard This book is a must for everyone who is serious about understanding the plight of abused and neglected children. It is a clarion call to challenge the malaise in policy and prac- tice and to do better for our children.’ – Children Now Shattered Lives bears witness to the lives of children who have experienced abuse and neglect, and highlights the effects of early traumatic episodes. Chapters take the form of letters to a child capturing their life experiences, hugely impacted by sexual abuse, parental substance misuse and loss, leading to feelings of shame, rejection and worthlessness. Batmanghelidjh offers understanding for those baffled by these hard-to-reach children and warns against stigmatizing them for their problem behaviour. Society’s failure to acknowledge the truth of their experiences and act to change the environment in which such mistreatment can flour- ish is, she strongly argues, leading to the death of childhood. The book is a clarion call for change. Camila Batmanghelidjh trained as a psychotherapist and for more than twenty years has worked with exceptionally disturbed chil- dren and young people in the two charities she has founded, The Place2Be and Kids Company. Focusing on the inner city, these have concentrated on giving vulnerable children greater resilience in the face of traumatic life experiences. Kids Company has been the sub- ject of several documentaries, and in 2005 Camila was named Social Entrepreneur of the Year.
2 www.jkp.com New Titles now in paperback Kids in the Syndrome Mix of ADHD, LD, Asperger’s, Tourette’s, Bipolar, and More! The one stop guide for parents, teachers, and other professionals Martin L. Kutscher MD, with contributions from Tony Attwood PhD and Robert R. Wolff MD March 2007 244pp ISBN 978 1 84310 811 5 pb £12.99/US$18.95 BIC:JC; YXRX; JDGL; VFPD Also available in hardback 2005 244pp ISBN 978 1 84310 810 8 hb £14.99/US$19.95 ‘This is a book that sets out to fulfil all that is promised in its subtitle ‘The one stop guide for parents, teachers, and other professionals’, covering a range of neurodevelopmental condi- tions. It is a concise, credibly structured and admirably tailored to suit its audience. A single ‘stress busting’ book which is not a tome is likely to appeal to any parent, teacher or profes- sional whose time is at a premium… The book deftly acknowledges the strengths without glamourizing or minimizing disabilities.’ - Journal of Intellectual Disability Research from the same author Kids in the Syndrome Mix is a concise, scientifically up-to-date, all-in-one guide to the whole range of often co-existing neuro-behavioral disorders in children—from attention deficit Children with Seizures hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), obsessive-compulsive disorder, and bipolar disorder, to A Guide for Parents, Teachers, autistic spectrum disorders, nonverbal learning disabilities, sensory integration problems, and Other Professionals Martin L. Kutscher, MD and executive dysfunction. Foreword by Gregory L. Holmes, MD 2006 152pp ISBN 978 1 84310 823 8 pb Mind Reading £11.99/US$15.95 BIC: VF, MJW, MJN The Interactive Guide to Emotions Version 1.3 Based on research by Cambridge University, led by Simon Baron-Cohen March 2007 ISBN 978 1 84310 559 6 DVD-ROM £69.99+VAT/US$129.99 BIC: VFPD, JCD, JDGL March 2007 ISBN 978 1 84310 560 2 CD-ROM £69.99+VAT/US$129.99 Mind Reading Site Licence £229.99 + VAT / US$374.99 Emotions Library ISBN 978 1 84310 216 8 £29.99 + VAT / US$49.95 Emotions Library Site License £149.99 + VAT / $269.99 Mind Reading is a unique reference work covering the entire spectrum of human emotions. It is available as a DVD-ROM and also as a set of CD-ROMs running on either a Windows or an Apple Macintosh computer. Using the software you can explore over 400 emotions, seeing and hearing each one performed by six different people. There are three main sec- tions: Emotions Library, Learning Centre and Games Zone. Mind Reading is for everyone interested in emotions. It has been designed with awareness of the needs of children and adults who may want to improve their ability to recognize emo- tions in others. It is also an invaluable resource for parents, teachers, those involved in social skills training and people working in the dramatic arts.
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Bully Blocking Six Secrets to Help Children Deal with Teasing and Bullying Revised Edition Evelyn M. Field April 2007 256pp ISBN 978 1 84310 554 1 pb £12.99/US$19.95 BIC: YXPX, JBSN This confidence-boosting book aims to help children overcome the damaging effects of teasing and bullying, and to develop practical skills and attitudes to improve their self-esteem and quality of life. This revised edition of Bully Blocking (originally published under the title Bully Busting) is based on Evelyn Field’s ‘Secrets of relating’, a six-step model that has proved highly suc- cessful in her counselling work with young people. The first part of the book helps parents understand what happens when their children are bullied and provides useful approaches for changing the attitude of children who may feel there is no hope. The second part pro- vides a programme of activities with an emphasis on fun, helping children to understand their feeling and develop effective methods of counteracting bullying situations, including improving self-esteem, building support networks and communicating confidently. Evelyn Field is a counselling psychologist in Melbourne who has worked with children and adults since the 1970s. As a former school-based psychologist she has worked extensively with young people who are being teased, bullied or victimised. Evelyn has de- veloped a simple six-step model to help them deal with the consequences of bullying and acquire techniques to protect themselves for the future. Asperger Syndrome and Bullying Strategies and Solutions Nick Dubin Foreword by Michael John Carley April 2007 176pp ISBN 978 1 84310 846 7 pb £12.99/US$18.95 BIC: JC; JDGL Bullying is a serious problem for people with Asperger Syndrome (AS), both at school and in the workplace, and displaying “different” behavior, such as not understanding social rules or hand-flapping, exacerbates the risk of being victimized. Writing in an accessible, informal style, the author describes the bullying behavior he and other individuals have experienced, and the effect this has had on their lives. He outlines the reasons for bullying behavior and the danger of persistent recurrence if it remains unchecked, as well as the critical importance of “involving the bystander”. Nick Dubin goes on to provide a range of effective strategies to address bullies and bullying that can be applied by parents, professionals, schools, and individuals being bullied. He stresses the importance of peer intervention, empathetic teachers, and verbal self-defense, and shows how lack of support, condemning of “tale telling,” or even blaming the victim reinforces bul- lying. This book offers individuals with AS who are being bullied the opportunity to see that they are not alone, and it is an invaluable source of advice for parents, teachers, professionals and personnel managers.
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From Isolation to Intimacy Making Friends without Words Phoebe Caldwell with Jane Horwood March 2007 192pp ISBN 978 1 84310 500 8 pb £12.99/US$19.95 BIC: MQM If you have no language, how can you make yourself understood, let alone make friends? Phoebe Caldwell has worked for many years with people with severe intellectual disabilities and/or autistic spectrum disorder who are non-verbal, and whose inability to communicate has led to unhappy and often violent behaviour. In this new book she explores the nature of close relationships, and shows how these are based not so much on words as on the ability to listen, pay attention, and respond in terms that are familiar to the other person. This is the key to Intensive Interaction, which she shows is a straightforward and uncomplicated way, through attending to body language and other non-verbal means of communication, of establishing contact and building a relationship with people who are non-verbal, even those in a state of considerable distress. This simple method is accessible to anyone who lives or works with such people, and is shown to transform lives and to intro- duce a sense of fun, of participation and of intimacy, as trust and familiarity are established. Phoebe Caldwell has worked for over 30 years as a practitioner with people whose severe learning disabilities are linked with behav- ioural distress. She was a Rowntree Research Fellow for four years, trains practitioners, parents and carers in her successful approach to Intensive Interaction and is employed by the NHS Social Services and Community and Education Services to work with diffi- cult-to-provide-for individuals. She is the author of five books, including Finding You Finding Me, also published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. Contents: Introduction. Part One: Learning the Skills of Interaction. 1. First Encounters. 2. Attention. 3. Stress. 4. Body Language. 5. What Are We Trying to Do? 6. Theory of Mind. 7. How Well Does Using a Person’s Body Language Work? Part Two: Meeting Peo- ple. 8. Three Children on the Autistic Spectrum. 9. Cerebral Palsy. 10. Does age matter? 11. Changing Rooms. 12. Lost Voices, Learned Language. 13. Rub It Better. 14. What Next? References. Subject Index. Author Index. So Odd a Mixture Along the Autistic Spectrum in ‘Pride and Prejudice’ Phyllis Ferguson Bottomer Forewords by Eileen Sutherland and Tony Attwood May 2007 160pp ISBN 978 1 84310 499 5 pb £12.99/US$19.95 BIC: CSBF, JC Autism was not a recognised disorder in Jane Austen’s lifetime, nor for well over a century after her death. However there were certainly people who had autism, and Phyllis Ferguson Bottomer proposes that Austen wrote about them, without knowing what it was that she was describing. So Odd a Mixture looks at eight seemingly diverse characters in Austen’s clas- sic novel, Pride and Prejudice, who display autistic traits. These characters – five in the Bennet family and three in the extended family of the Fitzwilliams – have fundamental diffi- culties with communication, empathy and theory of mind. Perhaps it is high-functioning autism or Asperger's Syndrome that provides an explanation for some characters' awkward behaviour at crowded balls, their frequent silences or their tendency to lapse into mono- logues rather than truly converse with others. Phyllis Ferguson Bottomer is a speech language pathologist with 30 years’ experience and a unique dual knowledge of both Austen and autistic spectrum. She is employed by the North Vancouver School District, and is a member and guest speaker of the Jane Austen Society of North America.
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Alone Together Making an Asperger Marriage Work Katrin Bentley Foreword by Tony Attwood April 2007 128pp ISBN 978 1 84310 537 4 pb £12.99/US$19.95 BIC: VFHM, VFPD, JBSN ‘This book could change your relationship and your life.’ – Tony Attwood, author of The Complete Guide to Asperger’s Syndrome ‘A really honest and accurate account of what it is like living in a relationship with a man who is affected by Asperger syndrome. – Maxine Aston, author of Aspergers in Love and The other half of Asperger Syndrome Communication is one of the biggest challenges faced by people with Asperger’s Syndrome (AS), yet an Asperger marriage requires communication more than any other relationship. Thousands of people live in Asperger marriages without knowing the answers to important questions such as ‘What behaviours indicate that my spouse has AS?’ ‘Is it worthwhile to get a diagnosis?’ ‘Is there hope for improvement?’ Katrin Bentley has been married for 18 years. Since receiving her husband’s diagnosis of AS, their marriage has improved substantially. They learnt to accept each other’s different approaches to life and found ways to overcome problems and misunderstandings. Today they are happily married and able to communicate effectively. Katrin Bentley was born in Switzerland but now lives in Queensland, Australia, with her husband, Gavin, who has Asperger’s Syn- drome. Katrin volunteers at Asperger Services Australia. She is also a qualified primary school teacher and fitness instructor. Asperger Syndrome – A Love Story Sarah Hendrickx and Keith Newton Foreword by Tony Attwood May 2007 176pp ISBN 978 1 84310 540 4 pb £12.99/US$18.95 BIC: JC, JBJC Open, honest and upbeat, this book gives personal insight into both the ups and downs of an Asperger relationship. Seeking to challenge the bad press that people with Asperger Syn- drome (AS) get as partners, Sarah and Keith tell their story of how they are making it work – and also how they got it wrong – with disarming frankness and humour. This personal account is supplemented with professional knowledge and anecdotes gained from Sarah’s work with adults with AS – a career which started as a result of her experiences with Keith. She swears that she didn’t take her work home with her! It is inspir- ing reading for couples in Asperger relationships as well as for counselling professionals. Sarah Hendrickx and Keith Newton met through an Internet dating site in 2004. They have been together in some form or another ever since. Keith works with computers. Sarah works with people (adults with Asperger Syndrome). They give talks and support to professionals and people interested in Asperger Syndrome relationships and live in south-east England.
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Vital Breath of the Dao Chinese Shamanic Tiger Qigong – Laohu Gong Master Zhongxian Wu May 2007 240pp ISBN 978 1 84310 579 4 pb £16.95 BIC: VFRG4, VFRG41 “In this beautiful book, Master Zhongxian Wu communicates to us his great understanding of and experience with Qigong – not as a mere technique but as a perspective on life itself. He presents this material in a timeless way that engenders open awareness and ease of being in the reader. I recommend this book to all practitioners who have a serious interest in the deeper traditions of Chinese Medicine.” Lonny S. Jarrett, author of Nourishing Destiny and The Clinical Practice of Chinese Medicine “Provides a fascinating glimpse into the correlative and symbolic thinking of a traditionally trained Qigong master. The book weaves a fabric rich in traditional stories, concepts, and terms, applied in a variegated pattern to the complexities of modern life.” Livia Kohn, Professor of Religion and East Asian Studies, Boston University, author of Daoism and Chinese Culture and Chinese Mysticism “A remarkable blend of interesting scholarship, valuable healing practices, and a gateway into the deep authentic tradition of Chinese Shamanism and the internal martial arts. It would take the journey of a lifetime in China to find such teachings and sincerity.” Michael Mayer, PhD, Licensed Psychologist, Qigong teacher and author of Secrets to Living Younger Longer: The Self-Healing path of Qigong Standing Meditation and Tai Chi “This lovely book explores the symbolism, numerology, and theory of Chinese Shamanic Qigong in a way that will expand the horizons of both Qigong beginners and long-time practitioners alike.” Dennis Lewis, author of The Tao of Natural Breathing and Free Your Breath, Free Your Life Vital Breath of the Dao is a fully illustrated guide to the historical background, practical appli- cation, underlying principles and techniques of Qigong, a way of physical and spiritual cul- tivation, and a way of life. Chinese Shamanic Tiger Qigong is a uniquely potent practice designed to bolster health and deepen spiritual connection to universal energy. Lineage holder Master Zhongxian Wu uses story-telling and a wealth of practical examples to intro- duce this powerful 24-movement Qigong form, which combines the traditions of ancient shamanism, Confucianism, Daoism, classical Chinese medicine, and the martial arts. An excellent introduction for Qigong beginners, the book will also be of interest to experienced practitioners, students of classical Chinese Medicine and anyone interested in Classical Chinese culture and anthropology. Master Zhongxian Wu has been teaching Qigong since 1988. He is the lineage holder of four different schools of Qigong and mar- tial arts. He was Director of the Shaanxi Province Association for Somatic Science and the Shaanxi Association for the Research of Daoist Nourishing Life Practices, and has written five books and numerous articles on the philosophical and historical foundations of China’s ancient life sciences. Contents: Introduction. Part I. Pin Ming Lun Dao – Tea and the Dao. 1. Dao Fa Zi Ran – The Dao Models Itself on the Way of Na- ture. 2. Tian Want Hui Hui – The Universal Network. 3. Don Xi Yuan Tong – The Pathway of Yin Yang. Part II. Han San He Yi – Holding Three in One: The Fundamentals of Chinese Shamanic Qigong. 4. Xiang – Symbolism. 5. Shu – Numerology. 6. Li – Theory. Part III Laohu Gong – Chinese Shamanic Tiger Qigong Form. 7. Men (Doorway) – Learn the Name. 8. Gen (Root) – The Background. 9. Dou (Shaking) – The Ritual of Heart. 10. Fa (The Way) – Shamanic Tiger Qigong Movements. Afterword. Index.
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Tai Chi Chuan and the Code of Life Revealing the Deeper Mysteries of China's Ancient Art for Health and Harmony Graham Horwood May 2007 192pp ISBN 978 1 84310 580 0 pb £16.95 BIC: VFRG4, VFRG41 In Tai Chi Chuan and the Code of Life, Graham Horwood describes the various styles of Tai Chi Chuan, exploring its roots in the Chinese philosophy of Taoism as well as elaborating on the evolution it has undergone over millennia. In order to understand the energetic method of Tai Chi Chuan and Chi Kung, he highlights parallels between its source, The I Ching, and archetypal principles from both Eastern and Western philosophy and medicine. The text and diagrams show the synergy between the different cultures, and shows how they are all linked. This enables the beginner or the experienced Tai Chi practitioner to improve their understanding of Tai Chi, which will strengthen both the mind and body, opening the gate- way to the inner person. Drawing on information from the Yang family’s formerly secret teachings, the book explains how to build chi (energy), circulate and store it, and also includes an exclusive set of Chi Kung exercises which will augment the building, circulation and storage of chi for the healer and martial practitioner, showing the path to optimizing the practitioner’s energetic and spiritual development. The exercises are accompanied by an explanation of where chi comes from and its application for the mind and body as well as the flow in the meridians. The book provides an excellent introduction to both the theory and key practices of Tai Chi Chuan for the beginner, and multi-level insights for the seasoned practitioner that will enhance his or her practice and understanding of Tai Chi Chuan. Integrated Yoga Yoga with a Sensory Integrative Approach Nicole Cuomo September 2007 64pp ISBN 978 1 84310 862 7 pb £12.99/US$17.95 BIC: MQT Practicing yoga involves being calm and focussed and having heightened awareness of the body’s functions and movements. For children with sensory processing needs – who either have low sensory thresholds and are overwhelmed by sensory stimulation, or have high thresholds and do not register stimulation – yoga can be hugely beneficial. This book presents easy-to-follow basic postures and sequences for children of different ages and which can be easily adapted for adults. Nicole Cuomo gives practical advice for how to choose appropriate sequences according to the child’s particular needs and mood, knowing that yoga will be most beneficial when it is fun! She also includes photographs of each posture to supplement her descriptions. This practical book provides a wealth of ideas for therapists, educators and parents to help their children with sensory processing needs. Nicole Cuomo has been a pediatric occupational therapist for over 15 years, working in school-based practice for most of that time and also conducting motor groups and parent and educator training, as well as individual treatment. She has been a yoga practitioner for over 20 years and has been teaching for three.
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Understanding Your Baby Understanding Your Young Child Sophie Boswell 2004 80pp ISBN 978 1 84310 242 7 pb £8.95/US$13.95 with Special Needs BIC: JBQH, YXQL, VFKC, MMJT Pamela Bartram Understanding Your One-Year-Old ‘Understanding Your Child’ series Sarah Gustavus Jones May 2007 80pp ISBN 978 1 84310 533 6 pb £8.99/US$13.95 BIC: VFK, JCAF, VFPD 2004 80pp ISBN 978 1 84310 241 0 pb £8.95/US$13.95 BIC: JBQH, YXQL, MMJT Understanding Your Young Child with Special Needs explores the developmental impact of dis- ability on normal stages of child development, and examines the complex nature of the emo- Understanding Your tional bonds between parents and their children with special needs. Two-Year-Old Placing the child and his or her personality, family life, feelings and behaviours in the Lisa Miller 2004 64pp ISBN 978 1 84310 288 5 pb £8.95/US$13.95 foreground, Bartram addresses all the ‘ordinary’ challenges and tasks of parenting, such as BIC: VFKC, MMJT sibling relationships, nursery and school, toilet training, and healthy aggression, as well as those that are of particular relevance to the parents of young children with special needs. Understanding Your This accessible book will provide a wealth of information to help parents of a child with Three-Year-Old Louise Emanuel special needs understand his or her development and their own relationship with the child, 2004 96pp ISBN 978 1 84310 243 4 pb £8.95/US$13.95 and will also be of interest to professionals working with babies and pre-school children BIC: VFKC, MMJT with special needs. Understanding 6–7-Year-Olds Pamela Bartram trained as a child psychotherapist at the Tavistock Clinic, after beginning her clinical work as a music therapist. Corinne Aves Foreword by Jonathan Bradley Contents: Introduction. Chapter One: Expectations and Birth – Welcome to Holland. Chapter Two: Getting Together. Chapter 2006 80pp ISBN 978 1 84310 467 4 pb £8.99/US$13.95 Three: Letting Go. Chapter Four: Boundaries and Behaviour. Chapter Five: Diagnosis, Testing, Treatment and Therapy. Chapter Six: BIC: VFK, JKAF Understanding Your Young Autistic Child. Chapter Seven: Play and Talking. Chapter Eight: Parents, Couples, Families. Chapter Nine: Brothers and Sisters. Chapter Ten: ‘Surprised by Joy’. Understanding12–14-Year-Olds Margot Waddell Understanding 4–5-Year-Olds 2005 96pp ISBN 978 1 84310 367 7 pb £8.99/US$13.95 BIC: VFK, MMJT Lesley Maroni ‘Understanding Your Child’ series May 2007 80pp ISBN 978 1 84310 534 3 pb £8.99/US$13.95 BIC: VFK, JCAF Understanding 4–5-year-olds gives a thoughtful overview of the challenges that children face as they gradually move away from a strong attachment to their families and turn towards the wider world of school and life outside the family. Lesley Maroni discusses the critical social and emotional developments at this age, including identity, independence and sibling rivalry, the transition to school and friendships with peers, coping with illness and loss, and gender differences. The author also shows how 4-5-year-olds explore real issues using the protective safety of pretend play and their imagi- nation. This accessible book provides valuable insights and a wealth of case examples that will help parents, educators and carers better understand and relate to children at this demand- ing, yet exciting, stage of development. Lesley Maroni, MA, MPsychPsych, MACP is a child and adolescent psychotherapist. She is currently in the process of setting up and running a child psychotherapy service in primary schools in Fulham. She is a visiting lecturer and seminar leader at the Tavistock Clinic.
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Supportive Parenting Becoming an Advocate for your Child with Special Needs Jan Campito May 2007 240pp ISBN 978 1 84310 851 1 pb £14.99/US$ 24.95 BIC: JCD, JDGC, VFPD When Jan Campito first entered the world of special needs, she trusted the experts to tell her what was wrong, and how to proceed to help her children. Here she was, an articulate, well-educated person, usually confident in navigating whatever situations were required, and yet she became passive and trusting when it came to assuming people would tell her what was wrong with her children’s development and what to do to help them. As she real- ized more and more that no one else was stepping into the lead position to obtain appropri- ate help for her children, she realized that she needed to take on that responsibility. Since then, she has learnt to take an active role in advocating for her children, and help- ing meet their needs. From procuring evaluations, to understanding what the diagnoses mean, to selecting therapies and therapists, to following through on therapies at home and targeting needs to be addressed, to helping formulate IEPs, and to monitoring and interven- ing in their school settings, she has become a comprehensive advocate for her children with special needs, and in this book Jan shares with other parents some of her experiences and some of what she has learnt in the process. Jan Campito MA has taught child development and education courses, first at SUNY-Albany, and then at Union College in Schenectady. She has two children, one with Asperger’s and one with ADD. Contents: 1. Why This Book? 2. Pre-Diagnosis: Is It Normal for Everything to Be So Hard? 3. Obtaining a Formal Evaluation. 4. What Next? What Does This Diagnosis Mean? 5. Beginning Therapeutic Interventions for Your Child. 6. Your Parenting Role, Part One: Promoting Positive Behvior and Reducing Misbehavior in Your Child. 7. Your Parenting Role, Part Two: Increasing Your Child’s Competence. 8. Marcus and Asperger’s Syndrome: An Example of How the Manifestation of a Disorder (and One’s Parenting Role) Can Change Over Time. 9. The Special Education Process: Formulating an Individualized Education Plan. 10. Monitoring the Progress of Your Child. 11. Advocating for Your Child: It Never Ends, Does It? References. Acknowledgements. A Will of His Own Reflections on Parenting a Child with Autism Revised Edition Kelly Harland September 2007 176pp ISBN 978 1 84310 869 6 pb £12.99/US$18.95 BIC: JC, JCD, VFPD Kelly Harland’s stories explore the first 14 years of her son’s life and the new and unex- pected universe she and her husband – both professional musicians – must learn to navigate with him. Will’s fears, anxieties, and obsessions can dominate daily life, making a trip to the gro- cery store seem like a walk across a minefield. But amidst these unpredictable “flip-outs” and “freak-outs,” there are moments of wonder. When Will finally learns the give and take of conversation, or dreams about his future, it rekindles his mother’s belief that anything is possible. Kelly Harland is a voice teacher at the Cornish College of the Arts, Seattle. She is a writer and recording artist, whose voice has fea- tured not only on radio and television but also as backing vocals with Ray Charles and Etta James. She is the mother of Will, who has autism.
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Understanding Motor Skills in Children with Dyspraxia, ADHD, Autism, and Other Learning Disabilities A Guide to Improving Coordination Lisa A. Kurtz September 2007 160pp ISBN 978 1 84310 865 8 pb £12.99/US$19.95 BIC: YXRX, JDGL Children with learning disabilities often have coordination problems that make everyday activities such as mealtimes, dressing, playing sports, and learning to write challenging. This accessible manual for parents and professionals offers advice on how to recognize normal and abnormal motor development, when and how to seek help, and specific teach- ing strategies to help children with coordination difficulties succeed in the classroom, play- ground, and home. Understanding Nonverbal Learning Disabilities: A Common-Sense Guide for Parents and Professionals Maggie Mamen July 2007 176pp ISBN 978 1 84310 593 0 pb £13.99/US$19.95 BIC: JC, JCD, VFPD This easy-to-read guide offers a complete overview of Nonverbal Learning Disabilities (NLDs) and the wide variety of symptoms that different types of NLD present. Maggie Mamen enables readers to select the most relevant strategies for coping with and managing their particular symptoms. She provides a wealth of practical advice on key skills such as developing written and verbal communication, understanding social clues, manag- ing behaviour, self-regulation and improving organization. Regulation Disorders of Sensory Processing in Children Management Strategies for Parents and Professionals Pratibha Reebye and Aileen Stalker September 2007 160pp ISBN 978 1 84310 521 3 pb £12.99/US$19.95 BIC: JDGS Children with regulation disorders are frequently misdiagnosed as ‘fussy’ or ‘colicky’ or, worse, the parents are blamed for the child’s unusual responses to sensory input. The authors describe the everyday experiences of those with frequent or intermittent contact with regulation disorders of sensory processing in children. They explain the distin- guishing characteristics, symptoms, diagnosis, assessment and treatment approaches for the disorder. Focusing on early intervention, they present a range of management strategies for sensory sensitivities, motor problems, over- or under-reaction, and extremes of behaviour. These practical strategies for parent and professionals will help children with regulation dis- orders integrate and succeed in the family, at school and in the community. www.jkp.com 11 New Titles
Counselling People on the Autism Spectrum A Practical Manual Katherine Paxton and Irene A. Estay April 2007 208pp ISBN 978 1 84310 552 7 pb £15.99 BIC: JBSN; JC The first resource written specifically for professionals working with clients on the autism spectrum, this practical manual provides effective counselling methods and strategies for counsellors facing the challenge of working with people on the spectrum and their families. Based on best practice, the authors address the particular issues and perspectives of counselling clients on the autism spectrum. They provide effective alternatives to traditional counselling approaches, which may leave the individual or family confused and dissatisfied. Katherine Paxton has supported people with cognitive and physical disabilities for over 25 years, with a focus on autism spectrum disorders for more than half of that. As a consultant and counsellor, Katherine has provided services to families, individuals, employers, and schools impacted by autism spectrum disorders. Katherine has been researching autism spectrum disorders for over ten years, lead- ing to her master’s project for the Campus Alberta Applied Psychology Program, which has resulted in the creation of this manual. Irene A. Estay has been a practicing Psychologist in the field of Counselling and Rehabilitation for the past thirty years. She is a uni- versity professor at the University of Calgary, Campus Alberta Graduate Program in Counselling and at Phoenix University. Dr. Estay is also Seminar Facilitator, Motivational Speaker and a Consultant for Agencies providing counselling and rehabilitative services in the Province of Alberta. Contents: Introduction.1. Autism: An Overview. 2. Autistic Thinking and Autistic Logic. 3. General Strategies and Modifications for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. 4. Depression and Treatment Approaches. 5. Anxiety, OCD, and Treatment Approaches. 6. Relation- ships and Social Skills. 7. Stress and Relaxation. 8. Emotional Expression, Identification, and Regulation. 9. Some Final Words and Suggestions. References. Index. A Self-Determined Future with Asperger Syndrome Solution Focused Approaches E. Veronica Bliss and Genevieve Edmonds October 2007 160pp ISBN 978 1 84310 513 8 pb £12.99/US$18.95 BIC: JC A Self-Determined Future with Asperger Syndrome is based on a ‘solution focused’ approach, which uses the skills and coping strategies people with Asperger Syndrome already employ, to help them reach their preferred future. The authors explain the origins of the solution focused approach and discuss how it can be used to support individuals on the autistic spec- trum. Complemented by case study examples and practical worksheets and tools, the book treats people with Asperger Syndrome as individuals aside from the ‘problem’ or ‘disor- dered’ aspects of autism. E. Veronica Bliss has over 20 years experience working as a psychologist with individuals on the autistic spectrum. She has 5 years experience of using Solution Focused Approaches with this population. Genevieve Edmonds has a diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome and has received training in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, having received a variety of therapeutic input including Solution Focused Approaches. She is currently providing talks, training and support in the field of autism throughout the UK, and completing academic study in autism and Asperger Syndrome.
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At Home in the Land of Oz Autism, My Sister, and Me Anne Clinard Barnhill May 2007 224pp ISBN 978 1 84310 859 7 pb £13.99/US$17.95 BIC: CV, JBNL Anne Clinard Barnhill’s sister Becky was born in 1958, long before most people had even heard the term autism. Diagnosed with “emotional disturbance,” Becky was subjected for much of her childhood to well-meaning but futile efforts at “rehabilitation” or “cure,” as well as prolonged spells in institutions away from her family. Painting a vivid picture of growing up in small-town America during the Sixties, Barnhill describes her sister’s and her own painful childhood experiences with compassion and honesty. Struggling with the separation from her sister, the awkwardness of boyfriends’ reactions to her sister’s erratic behaviour and the emotional and financial hardships the family experienced as a result of Becky’s condition, Anne nevertheless found that her sister had something that “normal” people were unable to offer. Today she is accepting of her sis- ter’s autism and the impact, both painful and positive, it has had on both their lives. This bittersweet memoir will resonate with families affected by autism and other devel- opmental disorders and will appeal to everyone interested in the condition. Anne Clinard Barnhill lives in North Carolina. She has a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing and has published hundreds of short stories, features and reviews in a variety of newspapers and magazines. A Blessing and a Curse Autism and Me Caiseal Mór April 2007 208pp ISBN 978 1 84310 573 2 pb £12.99/$18.95 BIC: CV, JC ‘His book captures the nostalgic romanticism of the Australian bush in the 1960s but also the height of deep ignorance and the culture of ‘see no evil’ in which almost all who could and should have changed things, looked the other way... Caiseal's book is as beautiful and magical as it is shocking.’ – From the Foreword by Donna Williams Growing up in Australia in the 1970s, Caiseal Mór was labeled ‘retarded’ and ‘an idiot’, and his parents were led to believe that physical punishment could cure his autism. In this courageous and captivating autobiography, Mór describes his early ability to dis- sociate from his true existence – a common reaction by children suffering from repeated abuse – and the various personas he lived through in his teens and early adulthood – the Mahji, Charles P. Puddlejumper, Marco Polo and Chameleon Feeble. The rocky path towards discovering his true identity and finally accepting himself takes him on a spiritual pilgrimage via several different countries, once nearly getting caught unwittingly carrying drugs over the Moroccan border; forming relationships with people he meets but very often misjudges; to the revelation – the awakening – of love and acceptance. Caiseal Mór is the well-known author of 14 fantasy novels, including the Wellspring and Watchers trilogies, and is the composer of several accompanying musical CDs. He lives in Australia with his wife.
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Autistic Planet Jennifer Elder Illustrated by Marc Thomas and Jennifer Elder May 2007 48pp ISBN 978 1 84310 842 9 hb £11.99/US$16.95 BIC: VFPD; JDGS; YXRH Praise for Jennifer Elder’s last book, Different Like Me: ‘This book will help inspire kids who are different and shows them that they too can suc- ceed.’ – Temple Grandin, Associate Professor of Animal Science, Colorado State University, and author of Animals in Translation Autistic Planet is a magical world where all trains run exactly to time, where people working in offices have rocking chairs, and where all kids dream of winning the chess World Cup. Join us on a journey to this alternative reality, where being different is ordinary, and being “typical” is unheard of! Full of color illustrations and written in child-friendly rhyme, this book will be much loved by children, particularly those on the autism spectrum, their parents, teachers, carers and siblings. Jennifer Elder is assistant editor in a book publishing company. She and her husband have two sons, one of whom has ASD. You can read more about their family in the memoirs Sixpence House and Not Even Wrong. Jennifer is the author of Different Like Me: My Book of Au- tism Heroes, also published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. Nearing Death Awareness A Guide to the Language, Visions, and Dreams of the Dying Mary Anne Sanders April 2007 128pp ISBN 978 1 84310 857 3 pb £11.99/$17.95 BIC: HRLK1, YXQS ‘In Nearing Death Awareness, Mary Anne Sanders has provided a well thought out anthology covering the different aspects of, and sometimes names given to, the concept of Nearing Death Awareness. This book should provide clear, concise information and comfort to those who read it.’ – Maggie Callanan, co-author of Final Gifts Dying is a complex experience for the dying person and their family, friends, and carers, that involves all aspects of what it means to be human: physical, mental, and spiritual. The author describes different types of Nearing Death Awareness (NDA), including visions, dreams, and symbolic language, and offers practical guidance for family and carers of the dying about how to respond appropriately and supportively to NDA behavior. This sensitive and informative book will make fascinating reading not only for anyone who is likely to accompany a dying person, but for anyone with an interest in spirituality. Mary Anne Sanders, a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, received her Master of Arts degree in Transpersonal Studies with a focus on Spiritual Guidance Mentoring from Atlantic University (Virginia Beach, VA). She teaches seminars on transpersonal topics and is a cer- tified Spiritual Guidance Mentor as well as Reiki Master. She is the mother of two grown children and lives with husband Clay in Cincinnati, Ohio. Contents: Introduction 1. What is Nearing Death Awareness? 2. Symbolic Language. 3. Deathbed Visions. 4. Pre-death Dreams. 5. The Timing of Death. 6. Nearing Death Awareness and Near Death Experience – What’s the Difference? 7. How to Respond to Near- ing Death Awareness. 8. The Transpersonal and Nearing Death Awareness. 9. Connecting the Spiritual Dots. Conclusion – What Can Be Learned From Nearing Death Awareness. References. Subject Index. Author Index.
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Living with Emetophobia Coping with Extreme Fear of Vomiting Nicolette Heaton-Harris Foreword by Linda Dean April 2007 160pp ISBN 978 1 84310 536 7 pb £12.99/US$17.95 BIC: JC Emetophobia, the extreme fear of vomiting, can affect just about every aspect of sufferer’s life, from everyday considerations (‘what food will be “safe” for me to eat?’) to matters that involve making huge, potentially devastating decisions (‘I can’t have this baby, I can’t face morning sickness’). Nicolette Heaton-Harris has first-hand experience of the phobia and its effects. She sug- gests strategies for coping with the high levels of anxiety that are intrinsic to the phobia, as well as pre-empting and avoiding anxiety attacks. The experiences of fellow sufferers of all ages, male and female, are shared throughout the book and a list of useful organisations pro- viding further information and support services is also included. Living with Emetophobia is a must-have for anyone suffering from emetophobia, anyone living with an emetophobic as well as professionals treating or supporting people with emetophobia. Nicolette Heaton-Harris lives in Hampshire near the beach. A lifelong emetophobe and Coeliac sufferer, she has a particular interest in health, is the author of A Parent’s Guide To Their Teenager’s Pregnancy, and also writes health stories for Patient UK. Inside Anorexia Bringing together Stories from Sufferers, Families and Research Christine Halse, Anne Honey and Desiree Boughtwood September 2007 224pp ISBN 978 1 84310 597 8 pb £13.99/US$19.95 BIC: MQMD, JBNP4 Inside Anorexia describes the different experiences and challenges faced by sufferers and demonstrates that the starting point for understanding anorexia must be the unique stories of individual sufferers and families. This book is designed to provide a broad understanding of current knowledge about anorexia from a variety of disciplines and includes new findings from the authors’ own research. Structured around the real-life accounts of current sufferers, the book provides a valuable insight into the lived experience of sufferers and their families. Inside Anorexia is an accessible resource for anyone who wants a better understanding of the complexity of anorexia. It will be an informative guide for health professionals as well as for sufferers and their families. Dr Christine Halse is an Associate Professor in Education and Chief Investigator of the multi-disciplinary, multi-method Australian Research Council project, Multiple Perspectives of Eating Disorders in Girls, at the University of Western Sydney, Australia. Her re- search and publications on anorexia nervosa have addressed biographical, clinical and ethical issues. Dr Anne Honey is a Senior Re- searcher with the Multiple Perspectives of Eating Disorders in Girls project at the University of Western Sydney and has a background in psychiatric occupational therapy. Dr Desiree Boughtwood is a counsellor and her doctorate, ‘Anorexia Nervosa in the Clinic’ ana- lysed the experiences and discourses that shape teenage anorexic girls in hospitals.
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The Man who Lost his Language A Case of Aphasia Revised Edition Sheila Hale April 2007 272pp ISBN 978 1 84310 564 0 pb £13.99/US$19.95 BIC: VFPD Reviews of the first edition: ‘The Man Who Lost his Language belongs on the same shelf as Jean-Dominique Bauby describing the stroke that left him paralysed except for one eyelid, Robert McCrum on the one from which he recovered, and John Bayley’s account of Iris Murdoch’s dementia. But it outstrips them all.’ – Jonathan Rée, The Independent When Sir John Hale suffered a stroke that left him unable to walk, write or speak, his wife, Shelia, followed every available medical trail seeking knowledge of his condition and how he might be restored to health. This revised edition of a classic book includes an additional chapter detailing the latest developments in science and medicine since the first edition was published. Sheila Hale is a distinguished travel writer and journalist. She has written articles for The New York Times, the Observer, The Times Literary Supplement and the London Review of Books. She gives lectures and talks about aphasia to primary care trusts, social workers and stroke charities. She is now working on a biography of the sixteenth century Venetian painter Titian. ‘One of the most remarkable addi- tions to the literature of illness in our A Personal Guide to Living with Progressive time.’ Memory Loss – Robert McCrum, The Times Heartfelt, passionate… a beautifully Sandy Burgener and Prudence Twigg written and extremely interesting August 2007 160pp ISBN 978 1 84310 863 4 pb £12.99/US$19.95 BIC: JC, VFPD, JBQN book’ This practical guide is written specifically for sufferers of progressive memory loss such as – Jessica Mann, Literary Review Alzheimer’s dementia and covers important issues such as accepting a diagnosis of dementia, therapeutic interventions and coping strategies for managing the effects of memory loss, including role changes, stigma, therapeutic activities and independent functioning, health and medication management, and maintenance of personhood and self-esteem. The advice is supported by case studies demonstrating the positive outcomes from applying the suggested interventions and management strategies. Sandy Burgener, Ph.D., is Associate Professor at University of Illinois College of Nursing and a certified Gerontological Nurse Prac- titioner with a clinical and research focus on increasing quality of life for persons with progressive memory loss or dementia. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing and the Gerontological Society of America. Prudence Twigg, Ph.D., is a Visiting Lec- turer at Indiana University School of Nursing. Contents: Foreword, Rebecca Logsdon, Ph.D., University of Washington. 1. What Progressive Memory Loss Means to the Person: Claim- ing the Diagnosis. 2. Effects of the Diagnosis on Sense of Self: Maintaining a Sense of Personhood. 3. Maintaining Role Functions in the Presence of Loss: Utilizing Role Adaptation. 4. Understanding the Stigma Associated with Progressive Memory Loss: Managing the Effects of the Stigmatizing Behaviors of Others. 5. Communication Strategies to Facilitate Positive Interactions with Others. 6. Staying Productive: Maintaining Activities and Giving to Others. 7. Facilitating Independent Functioning in the Face of Loss. 8. Main- taining Physical Health: Managing Co-Morbid Conditions, Medications, and Nutritional Needs. 9. Hope: Designing Your Agenda for the Future. References. Subject index. Author index
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Mothering Special Needs Spiritual Healing with Children A Different Maternal Journey with Special Needs Anna Karin Kingston Bob Woodward April 2007 208pp ISBN 978 1 84310 543 5 pb £12.99/US$19.95 Foreword by Dr Hugh Gayer, BIC: VFK, VFPD, YXRX The Sheiling School Medical Adviser This book explores the lived experience of mothers raising a March 2007160pp ISBN 978 1 84310 545 9 pb £14.99/$24.95 child with a learning disability, through interviews with mothers BIC: HRLK1, MQM, VFPD of children with autistic spectrum disorder (ASD), attention defi- Spiritual Healing with Children with Special Needs gives a fascinating cit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and Down syndrome. account of individual healing sessions with children with complex special needs and With frequent personal accounts from mothers themselves, Mothering Special moderate to severe learning difficulties. Drawing on his experience as a qualified Needs encourages other women who have children with special needs to recognize spiritual healer and senior co-worker at The Sheiling School, a Camphill Centre, Bob and express their own aspirations and needs for self-fulfilment. It addresses the social Woodward shows how spiritual healing can help children with special needs to construction of motherhood, discussing issues such as mother-blame and society’s achieve peace and relaxation. images of the self-sacrificing mother, in the context of raising a child with a learning From his perspective as both spiritual healer and curative educator, the author disability. It also looks at real-life experiences of working with professionals, giving introduces the key concepts of both subject areas to the reader and explains how the examples of both good and bad practice. two disciplines can be combined and applied, providing case examples of healing This is an invaluable book for mothers as well as for professionals working with sessions with children with a range of special needs, including autism, epilepsy and families that include children with disabilities. emotional and behavioural difficulties. The author demonstrates the benefits of spiri- Anna Karin Kingston is a Swedish journalist living in Cork, Ireland since 1989. She has a PhD in Social tual healing for these children as a natural, non-invasive, holistic approach that Sciences and is currently a member of the MA in Women’s Studies’ teaching board, University College restores balance and harmony to body, soul and spirit. Cork. Her research on mothers of children with special needs was awarded scholarships from the Irish Re- search Council for Humanities and Social Sciences (IRCHSS) during 2001-2004 and from the National This unique book will be of interest to parents and professionals involved with Disability Authority 2001. special needs children, as well as practitioners of and those interested in spiritual healing. Helping Children with Nonverbal Learning Disabilities to Flourish The Verbal Behavior Approach A Guide for Parents and Professionals How to Teach Children with Autism Marilyn Martin and Related Disorders Foreword by Michele Berg Mary Lynch Barbera with Tracy Rasmussen March 2007 240pp ISBN 978 1 84310 858 0 pb £13.99/US$19.95 Foreword by Mark L. Sundberg, Ph.D., BCBA BIC: YXRX, VFPD May 2007 200pp ISBN 978 1 84310 852 8 pb £13.99/US$19.95 BIC: JC, MMJ, JDGS When you continuously cannot find the bathroom in your best friend’s house, or you cannot print the letter ‘t’ when all your friends are writing vol- ‘Barbera is not only accurate, but easy to understand…her per- umes, you notice, and you ask questions. So it was for Marilyn Martin’s daughter, sonal experience in this area makes her explanations and instruc- Sara, who was diagnosed with Nonverbal Learning Disability (NLD). tions entertaining and easy to apply.’ This book skilfully combines a comprehensive guide to NLD with the inspiring – Dr. Jack Michael, Editor of The Analysis of Verbal Behavior story of how Sara transformed herself from that young girl whose existence seemed The Verbal Behavior (VB) approach is a form of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), darkened by learning difficulties into the capable young woman she is today. that is based on B.F. Skinner’s Analysis of Verbal Behavior and works particularly In Helping Children with Nonverbal Learning Disabilities to Flourish, Marilyn Martin well with children with minimal or no speech abilities. In this book Mary Lynch presents a comprehensive developmental profile of children with NLD. She explores Barbera draws on her own experiences as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and the controversies surrounding the disorder so parents and professionals can identify also as a parent of a child with autism to explain VB and how to use it. learners with NLD and insure they receive early intervention. Offering practical This step-by-step guide provides an abundance of information about how to advice on NLD at home and at school, she describes step-by-step interventions for help children develop better language and speaking skills, and also explains how to improving a range of skills from penmanship to social acumen. teach non-vocal children to use sign language. An entire chapter focuses on ways to This book is essential reading for parents and professionals working with chil- reduce problem behavior, and there is also useful information on teaching toileting dren with NLD. and other important self-help skills, that would benefit any child. Marilyn Martin has been a Learning Specialist in private practice since 1991 and has developed and ap- Mary Lynch Barbera, RN, MSN, BCBA, is a Registered Nurse and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, plied successful interventions for students of all ages with dyslexia, language processing disorders, NLD and the lead Behavior Analyst for the Pennsylvania Verbal Behavior Project studying the effect of Verbal and other learning difficulties. She also lectures on learning disorders and interventions to both educators Behavior Techniques in 57 classrooms throughout the State of Pennsylvania. Barbera was the founding and parents. Marilyn lives with her husband in Maplewood, New Jersey. President of the Autism Society of America’s Berks County Chapter, has worked with hundreds of chil- dren on the autism spectrum, and has extensive experience training a variety of professionals. She is the mother of a 10-year-old son with autism. Tracy Rasmussen is an award-winning journalist of over 25 years with a specialty in medical reporting. She has been a frequent speaker for the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill on issues of mental health.
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Providing Practical Support for People Intervention and Support for Parents with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Carers of Children and Young People Supported Living in the Community on the Autism Spectrum Denise Edwards A Resource for Trainers September 2007 ISBN 978 1 84310 577 0 pb £15.99/US$24.95 BIC: JC, VFPD, JBQ Barry Wright and Christine Williams One element at the heart of effective service provision is an understanding of the ser- June 2007 144pp ISBN 978 1 84310 548 0 pb £29.99/US$55 BIC: JDG, VFK vice user’s needs. This book unravels some of the common misunderstandings The needs of parents and carers of children on the autism spectrum are not met by between people with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and providers of support ser- conventional parenting strategies. This resource for trainers and facilitators offers the vices, and offers practical advice on how to ensure that the needs of people with ASD best available knowledge and theories to help them develop an understanding of are catered for effectively. how their child perceives the world and ultimately improve their family life. Denise Edwards writes directly from her own experiences of finding appropri- The manual is divided into ten sessions that introduce a topic related to autism ate support for her adopted son, John Paul, who has Asperger’s syndrome, but also and Asperger Syndrome, for example, ‘mindblindness’ and the social world, and draws on the experiences of a broad range of service users. She emphasises the strategies to manage individual behaviour. During each session parents are intro- importance of understanding and conveying the nature of ASD so that support ser- duced to a new topic and are invited to participate in exercises and group discussions vices can meet a person’s needs effectively. She discusses common areas in which dif- that serve to reinforce the key messages discussed earlier. Each session closes with ficulties arise, including communication, social situations and the organisation of recommended reading and ‘homework’. information, examines the implications of support in wider society – education, This manual is a valuable resource for professionals working with parents of employment, the legal system – and makes practical suggestions for changes that can children and young people with autism and Asperger Syndrome and is an effective improve access to benefits and services for people with ASD. complement to How to Live with Autism and Asperger Syndrome: Practical Strategies for Par- Informative and down-to-earth, this book is essential reading for the providers ents and Professionals published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers, which is referenced of services for people with ASD for service users themselves as well as formal or throughout the resource. informal carers, friends, family, related professionals and policy makers. Barry Wright is a Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist and Christine Williams is a Consultant Denise Edwards is a qualified counsellor and teacher of students with special educational needs, both in Clinical Child Psychologist. They have both worked with children and young people, from infancy to mainstream and special schools. She is currently a tutor for degree students with disabilities and she has an young adulthood, with a wide range of different abilities and severity of autism for over 12 years. Much of adopted son, now 25 years old, who has Asperger’s syndrome. their work has been in developing and using an extensive range of interventions to help people on the au- tism spectrum to build on their strengths and to support the families in the process. Planning to Learn Creating and Using a Personal Planner Autism and Loss Rachel Forrester-Jones and Sarah Broadhurst with Young People on the Autism Spectrum August 2007 ISBN 978 1 84310 433 9 pb £29.99/US$55 BIC: JC, VFP Keely Harper-Hill and Stephanie Lord July 2007 160pp ISBN 978 1 84310 561 9 pb £24.99/US$39.99 BIC: JBNL, JDGS This comprehensive collection of factsheets and practical tools provides formal and informal carers with much-needed resources for working through issues of loss with Late intervention often means that young people on the autism spectrum appear to people with autism. act on impulse, seem disorganized, or fail to learn from past experiences. People with autism have specific difficulty with understanding and expressing In this practical, effective resource, the authors share tried and tested techniques their emotions and react to losses of different kinds in unique ways. In order to pro- for creating and using a personal planner to help individuals on the autism spectrum vide effective support, carers need to have the understanding, the skills and appropri- to develop independence. ate resources to work through these emotional reactions with them. Autism and Loss Planning to Learn is split into three parts. The first part guides adults in helping is a complete toolkit covering a variety of kinds of loss, including bereavement, loss young people to make sense of the world and to develop and practise coping strate- of friends or staff, loss of home or possessions and loss of health. gies for any given situation. The authors also explain how simple visual and verbal This is an essential resource for professional and informal carers working with cues can help people to cope successfully in stressful situations. The second part pro- people with autism who are coping with any kind of loss. vides worksheets for the young person to complete to learn how to use plans in dif- Rachel Forrester-Jones is Lecturer in Community Care at the Tizard Centre, University of Kent, where ferent situations, for example staying calm when waiting for a doctor, or coping with she also engages in service consultancy. She researches social networks and social support of different cli- a change in the school timetable. Each individual makes a unique planner with pro- ent groups including students with disabilities and has been Master of Rutherford College, University of cedures to refer to, such as responding to pressure, calming down, being organised, Kent since 2002. Sarah Broadhurst is Lecturer in Learning Disabilities at the Tizard Centre and has worked in the learning disability field as a support worker in a residential service for adults. She has a spe- and being around people. The third part includes useful cards, schedules and plans cial interest in working with people who have Asperger’s Syndrome and helps run a support group for for photocopying and including in the planner. them. This illustrated photocopiable workbook is packed with guidance, support and Contents: Foreword: Loss in society – changing concepts, changing reactions. Factsheets: 1. Loss of helpful notes for those new to, or experienced in, working with children and young friends, family and staff. 2. Loss of home and possessions. 3. Loss of role. 5. Loss of health. 6. Loss of people with ASD. It can be used within educational and community settings or at wellbeing. 7. Death. Resource Pack sessions: 1. Loss of friends, family and staff. 2. Loss of friends, family and staff. 3. Loss of role. 4. Loss of health. 5. Loss of wellbeing. 6. Death. home.
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Understanding Looked After Children Child Protection, Domestic Violence An Introduction to Psychology for Foster Care and Parental Substance Misuse Jeune Guishard-Pine, Suzanne McCall and Lloyd Hamilton Family Experiences and Effective Practice Foreword by Andrew Wiener Hedy Cleaver, Don Nicholson, Sukey Tarr and Deborah Cleaver June 2007 144pp ISBN 978 184310 370 7 pb £14.99/US$34.95 BIC: JCD, JBQH, YXQJ. Quality Matters in Children’s Services Series Understanding Looked After Children is an accessible guide to understanding the mental June 2007 224pp ISBN 978 1 84310 582 4 pb £19.99/US$34.95 BIC: JBS, JBQH, JBQJ health needs of children in foster care and the role of foster carers and support net- This book draws on a wide range of evidence to explore the facts about the relation- works in helping these children. ship between substance misuse and domestic violence and their effect on children, The authors provide foster carers with an insight into the psychological issues and examines the response of children’s services when there are concerns about the experienced by children in the care system, and the impact of these issues on the safety and welfare of children. foster family. Chapters cover cultural, social and legal structures associated with It reveals the vulnerability of these children and the extent to which domestic foster care and both the relevant child psychology theory and examples drawn from violence, parental alcohol or parental drug misuse impact on children’s health and real-life situations. The authors give advice on how to address common psychologi- development, affect the adults’ capacity to undertake key parenting tasks, and influ- cal issues in collaboration with multi-agency professionals, as well as how to access ence the response of wider family and the community. It includes parents’ own voices to statutory services. They also explain the possible impact of assessments on foster and allows them to explain what help they feel would best support families in similar children and the causes and management of foster carers’ own feelings of frustration, situations. The authors explore the extent to which current local authority plans, pro- anger or disappointment with social and mental health services or the placement cedures, joint protocols and training support information sharing and collaborative itself. Chapters are complemented by case studies, and the book includes a helpful working. Emphasising the importance of an holistic inter-agency approach to assess- glossary to common terminology. ment, planning and service provision, the authors draw from the findings implica- Understanding Looked After Children is essential reading for registered foster carers tions for policy and practice in both children and adult services. and those considering fostering, as well as adoptive parents, and a useful reference for trainee and experienced practitioners in the care system, including social workers, Hedy Cleaver is an emeritus professor at Royal Holloway, University of London. Her experience as a so- cial worker and child psychologist has informed her research on vulnerable children and families and the psychologists, counsellors, teachers and others looking after vulnerable children. impact of professional interventions. The findings from her research have had an identifiable impact on policy in the UK in respect to children and families over the last 20 years. She is co-author of Assessing Chil- Jeune Guishard-Pine is a psychologist and team leader at Luton Family Consultation Clinic. She is also a dren's Needs and Circumstances: The Impact of the Assessment Framework, also published by Jessica Kingsley Pub- consultant psychologist in private practice. She has been researching and practising psychology since lishers. Don Nicholson was a senior manager in social services before taking early retirement in 1996. 1978 and has worked in social services for both statutory and voluntary sectors. Suzanne McCall is a Since then Don was involved in a range of research studies that explored the experiences of vulnerable counsellor and Lloyd Hamilton is a community psychotherapist. children and families. His death is a great loss to the research community. Sukey Tarr worked as a child psychologist in the UK, Hong Kong and Australia, and as a staff training and development manager, be- fore beginning her career in research. As an independent research consultant she has been involved in a Managing Children’s Homes number of national research studies that have evaluated the services provided to children in need and their families. Deborah Cleaver is a freelance social researcher. She has been involved in a number of research Developing Effective Leadership in Small Organizations studies over the past three years, specializing in quantitative methods. Leslie Hicks, Ian Gibbs, Helen Weatherly and Sarah Byford Costs &