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Offers an insight into many applied aspects of the social aspects of health and illness. This book uses a variety of theoretical perspectives, and various concepts are extrapolated. It explains the different relationships between social categories and health, different experiences of illness and the role of the healthcare provider in society.

This is an up-to-date account of the news media of press, radio, television and the internet in one of the major media states of the European Union.

This book examines how quality and good practice in early childhood education and care (ECEC) is interpreted and implemented in a variety of settings and circumstances. Drawing on her experience of research and policy making in a wide variety of countries, the author considers the variety of rationales that inform services for early childhood education and care. Services are organized, financed and delivered in many different ways across the world. The policies that have been adopted by governments, and the resources which are made available for implementing them, have shaped practice. On the one hand there are complex ideas about what children should be learning and how they should be learning. These ideas about curriculum and the training of teachers and carers may differ radically between countries. On the other hand policies have been prompted by the need to reconcile family and work obligations and to provide childcare to support working mothers, irrespective of educational concerns. The notions of economic competition and parental choice have led to the growth of private for-profit childcare services which promote a particular view of quality and achievement. Above all, growing inequality within countries, and between rich and poor countries, have undermined attempts to provide good quality services. In an unfair world, the impact of any services is likely to be distorted. The book charts the many different approaches to understanding and measuring quality and gives an exceptionally well-informed overview.

Suitable for people wishing to apply for a PhD in the UK, this title explains: what a PhD is; how to apply for your PhD; and, how to find the right university, supervisor and project. It also provides detailed information about funding, eligibility, deadlines for different awards, and which funding is best for which student.

People with learning disabilities are affected by significantly more health problems than the general population and are much more likely to have significant health risks. This book aims at increasing professional awareness of the importance of health promotion activities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Children's experiences and well-being in their earliest years underpin and highly influence their future development and learning. Drawing on research with parents, children and a range of professionals in the early childhood field, this book considers how well-being is interpreted in the early childhood field.

Quality patient care relies on the demonstration of competencies by nurses at all stages of their education and developing career. This book is designed to help student nurses better understand the competencies set out by the NMC and equip them to achieve and demonstrate competency as they prepare to qualify as a nurse.

"e;This is the most important book on illicit drug use and social work to be published for a long time ...Whilst it may inspire some to become "e;drug specialists"e; it's most important purpose is in dealing with drug issues which are apparent in all social work settings. Just as importantly this book should be read by those responsible for redesigning social work and social work education in order that substance use forms part of the curriculum."e; Ken Barrie, Alcohol and Drug Studies, University of West Scotland, UK "e;This comprehensive, well written book will be essential reading for social work students and practitioners who need a clear, useful and relevant overview of the issues involved in working constructively with drug using service users. Its emphasis on working in partnership, while also attending to issues of risk and vulnerability, is realistic and practical, and being resolutely 'social' in its outlook, the book will appeal to and inspire novice and experienced practitioners alike."e;Dr Mark Hardy, Department of Social Policy and Social Work, University of York, UK Alcohol and drug use are cross-cutting issues in all areas of social work practice and social workers need to know how to identify, assess, engage and support their substance-using clients effectively. This book provides a comprehensive and practical account of this important area of health and social care and provides a basis for social workers to develop a rounded approach to their practice with drug and alcohol users. The book unravels the relevant theory and research and provides insights and practical pointers for those working with drug users. Key topics covered include: Prevalence, patterns and policy and defining drug users Stigma, HCV and HIV; care and control The service user's perspective; involving service users in services and interventions Recovery; networking, advocacy and empowerment The authors argue that in contrast to widely held concerns about the 'threat' represented by drug users, the aim of social work should be to restate the importance of listening to them, taking their concerns seriously, and challenging the discrimination they encounter. Social Work and Drug Use is key reading for social work students and those training in related areas such as youth justice, criminology, education welfare and youth work. Practitioners, academics and those undertaking post-qualifying training will also find it a valuable reference.

A guide to communication in mental health nursing. It emphasizes on demonstrating the use of different skills in various clinical settings. It is suitable for all nurses and healthcare professionals seeking to improve the skills required to communicate confidently and effectively with patients.

This book provides a practical and accessible, skills-based text on how to implement and engage in clinical supervision, with real-life examples.

Pain is also a complex subject which needs to be skillfully taught and integrated with other topics. This book draws on these things to help students develop a solid philosophy of care that encompasses good pain management.

This book addresses the complex and sometimes controversial issues that emerge from the care and education of young children.

Provides some great tips on learning within a work environment. This book is bursting with helpful knowledge on formulating action plans, working with mentors, personal development plans and the importance of career planning. It includes concepts that are useable and applicable to all student nurses.

Suitable for nurses, this guide answers common questions about how to compile and write a good nursing portfolio. It includes: examples of good and challenging portfolio pieces; tools and techniques for reflection and critical thinking; and, guidance on the NMC competency frameworks.

This is a highly practical resource for lecturers with a particular focus on working with large groups, especially in a lecture environment. It is designed to complement and support the National Professional Standards Framework and maps directly on to the six areas of activity outlined within it.

Through simple examples, exercises and gradual progression, this book helps to remove the anxiety often associated with the arithmetic involved in drug calculations commonly encountered in clinical practice. It includes more than 500 test questions in total.

Demystifying the links between theory and practice for those studying in the field of early childhood.

This book supports early years' practitioners in understanding their own practice working with young children in greater depth.

This book is aimed at promoting practitioners to reflect deeply on the play provision they make for children in classrooms and settings and to think through their own values related to play and playful pedagogies.

This book departs from some of the ideas about play that are held dear by many in early childhood education.

With an emphasis on practical application, this lively and accessible guide will help nurses to hone and develop their communication skills.

This book is designed to be the ultimate companion to help you fly through OSCEs with ease.

This book is designed as a practical toolkit to aid those training to do clinical supervision or starting out as clinical supervisors.

The current edition of Teaching Adults, 3e provides an overview of teaching adults in a range of different contexts.

Every manager, every coach, every HR professional, every trainer, every team leader - anyone who needs to get the best out of a group needs to know how to facilitate.

This accessible guide takes the mystery and fear out of care planning and will help you to develop a person centred approach to delivering good quality nursing care in all clinical settings.

News Culture offers a timely examination of the forms, practices, institutions and audiences of journalism. Having highlighted a range of pressing issues confronting the global news industry today, it proceeds to provide a historical consideration of the rise of 'objective' reporting in newspaper, radio and television news.

Through a series of case studies, the book highlights how factors in one learning context can conspire to make feedback and other forms of formative assessment highly instrumental, whilst in others this can be a springboard to deep and meaningful learning.

Managing Successful Universities, second edition considers how good management of universities can lead to successful universities.

Being full of scenarios, exercises, examples and links between practice issues, this student-friendly text promises to be an engaging book for nurse students on all branches.