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An Introduction to Applying Social Work Theories and Methods 3e 3rd Edition © 2019 | Published: December 12, 2019The text is a comprehensive guide to the most commonly used theories and methods in social work practice. The introductory chapter covers the similarities and differences between a theory and a method, as well as psychosocial theories and concepts. Each subsequent chapter then explores in detail how…
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Child Abuse 5e An evidence base for confident practice 5th Edition © 2019 | Published: June 12, 2019This best-selling text has been used by countless students, practitioners and researchers as a key reference on child protection issues. The book demystifies this complex and emotionally-charged area, outlining research, history, social policy and legislation, as well as the theory and practice unde…
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Dementia Reconsidered Revisited: The person still comes first 2nd Edition © 2019 | Published: January 7, 2019The original Dementia Reconsidered: The Person Comes First by Tom Kitwood was published by Open University Press in 1997. It was a seminal text in the field of dementia studies and is still cited and referenced as core reading on person-centred dementia care. Tom died unexpectedly, just 12 months af…
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The Pocketbook Guide to Mental Capacity Act Assessments 1st Edition © 2018 | Published: December 24, 2018Complete with a foreword by the late Terry Bogg, this handy pocketbook provides accessible guidance to health and social care practitioners on the day-to-day aspects of using and applying the Mental Capacity Act. This includes practical advice, explored with practice examples, on how to set up and u…
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Doing a Literature Review in Health and Social Care: A Practical Guide 4th Edition © 2018 | Published: November 15, 2018This best-selling book is a step-by-step guide to doing a literaturereview for students in all areas of health and social care. It is vitalreading for all those doing their undergraduate dissertation or anystudy that involves doing a literature review.This book provides a practical guide to doing a …
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The Art and Science of Mental Health Nursing: Principles and Practice 4th Edition © 2018 | Published: June 11, 2018*Interested in purchasing The Art and Science of Mental Health Nursing as a SmartBook? Visit https://connect2.mheducation.com/join/?c=normanryrie4e to register for access today*This well-established textbook is a must-buy for all mental health nursing students and nurses in registered practice. Comp…
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Palliative Care Nursing: Principles and Evidence for Practice 3rd Edition © 2018 | Published: May 18, 2018$44.09What can nurses do to support those receiving palliative care?How do you ensure clear communication and maintain patients’ and families’ preferences?Palliative Care Nursing is essential reading for nursing students, professional nurses and other health and social care professionals providing su…
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Introduction to Epidemiology 3rd Edition © 2018 | Published: December 2, 2017Epidemiology is integral to public health. This book introduces the principles, methods and application of epidemiology for improving health and survival. It is designed for self-directed learning by students and all who work in public health and health-related areas, including health economists, he…
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The Student Nurse's Guide to Successful Reflection:Ten Essential Ingredients 1st Edition © 2017 | Published: December 2, 2017$27.89This book is an easy to read, practical guide that will show you what reflection is and how you can do it successfully. Assuming no prior knowledge, it introduces you to ten essential ingredients to becoming an effective reflective practitioner. Chapters will equip you with evidence-based understand…
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A Beginner's Guide to Evidence-Based Practice in Health and Social Care 3rd Edition © 2017 | Published: November 18, 2017$29.69Have you heard of 'evidence-based practice' but don't know what it means?Are you struggling with relating evidence to your practice? Do you want a straight forward, clearly written and practical guide to evidence-based practice?This is the book for anyone who has ever wondered what evidence-based pr…
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