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This is a guide for clinical psychologists and other therapists working with people who have children, and also adults with learning disabilities. It provides an overview of the definitions, causes and epidemiology of learning disabilities.
Sommario
From the contents:
About the Editors. List of contributors. Series Preface. Preface.
SETTING THE SCENCE. Introduction. Intellectual Disabilities--Epidemiology and Causes. Development, Cognition and Performance. Service Provision. Common Legal Issues in Clinical Practice.
CLINICAL SKILLS. Interviewing People with Intellectual Disabilities. Assessment.
CLINICAL ISSUES. Working with People with Challenging Behaviour. Working with Offenders or Alleged Offenders with Intellectual Disabilities. Working with Issues of Sexual Abuse. Working with Parents who Happen to have Intellectual Disabilities. Working with People with Mental Health Problems. Working with People with Communication Difficulties.
CONSULTING SKILLS. Working with Families. Working with Organisations, or: Why Won't They Follow My Advice? Working with Communities: Health Promotion.
References. Index
Relazione
"This exceptionally well-organized and comprehensive book goes beyond the typical approach to this topic by providing state-of-the-art advice that emphasizes multiple perspectives on assessment and intervention. The material is practical and systems orientated, and reflects a maturity and wisdom stemming from lengthy experience with this population. Highly recommended as a source of useful information and support." (Professor Edward Carr, Suny at Stony Brook, New York, USA)
" ... a terrific book ... Eric Emerson and his colleagues have brought together leading experts to give clear expositions of wide ranging and complex topics. This book deserves to be and will undoubtedly become the standard text for trainee and qualified practitioner alike." (Professor David Felce, Welsh Centre for Learning Disabilities, University of Wales College of Medicine)
