Social groups, communities and identities

An almanac of the future for anyone who wants to know what's new and exciting and around the corner.

The incredible story of how one doctor won her own personal battle against cancer through the power of prayer.

Benjamin Daniels is back.

A classic Bolger novel, following the lives of three women.

With over 700,000 copies sold, Collins Gem Calorie Counter is the UK's top-selling calorie counter.

Collected in one volume, here are the true life stories of London ambulance driver, Tom Reynolds.

HarperCollins is proud to present its new range of best-loved, essential classics.

HarperCollins is proud to present a range of best-loved, essential classics.

For the quality of its research and the clarity of its synthesis, The Rise of Respectable Society will gain a reputation as an outstanding reinterpretation of the Victorian period.

As we grow older, our need to be engaged in interesting activities does not diminish and is vital to our quality of life.

The Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome is the definitive handbook for anyone affected by Asperger's syndrome (AS).

Most adopted children and their families will, sooner or later, encounter the challenges of dealing with unresolved attachment issues or early traumatic experiences.

For the increasing number of people diagnosed with dementia each year, treatment in the early stages can make a significant difference to their quality of life.

Deep inside everyone, a red beast lies sleeping.

Clive Beaumont was diagnosed with Younger Onset Dementia at age 45, when his children were aged just 3 and 4.

Given the increased interest in the relationship between diet and autism spectrum conditions, this is a timely publication which is both thorough and balanced in content.

Praise for the first edition:`An approachable and practical edition that will be welcomed by parents and carers alike.

Tackling the difficult issues facing those who work with traumatized and sometimes dangerous young people and their families, this new volume shows how professionals can bring about positive change and growth through the creation of "e;holding"e; and healing therapeutic environments.

In this reflective yet practical book, the author challenges white helping professionals to recognize their own cultural identity and the impact it has when practising in a multicultural environment.

Children with Regulation Disorders of Sensory Processing struggle to regulate their emotions and behaviors in response to sensory stimulation.

Aimed at students and practitioners involved in supporting such children, and designed to give them an insight into what it means to raise a child with such multiple needs.

Memory loss can create problems in every aspect of a person's life.

Understanding Looked After Children is an accessible guide to understanding the mental health needs of children in foster care and the role of foster carers and support networks in helping these children.

Maintaining a connection to nature is increasingly recognised as an important component of caring for a person with dementia.

The book is user-friendly and includes clear diagrams in each section, along with tables to outline key points.

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.

This book provides practical guidance for a wide range of professionals working with parents and families, answering common questions such as 'How can parents facilitate their child's transition to secondary school?

This international collection provides a comprehensive overview of cutting-edge research on autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) by well-known experts in the field, stressing the importance of early diagnosis and a good working relationship between parents and professionals.

This book offers a thorough examination and discussion of the evidence on attachment, its influence on development, and attachment disorders.

Praise for the First Edition:'A warm feeling of positive reassurance and guidance runs throughout the book.

What challenges do 6-7-year-olds face as they learn new skills and face different social situations?

Maureen F.

Written specifically for siblings of children with Tourette Syndrome (TS), Why Do You Do That?

`The effects of social context and social structure on health are well documented.

This book does exactly what it says on the tin!

This book provides a comprehensive overview of vision problems in children with developmental disabilities such as AD/HD, autism spectrum disorders, and specific learning disabilities.

How can we promote the enduring well-being of those who are moving into the 'fourth' age of life?

This highly accessible and informative book offers practical strategies for the protection of children that all parents, teachers, and anyone involved in the life of a child will find indispensable.

Realizing the College Dream with Autism or Asperger Syndrome is both a practical and a personal account of one ASD student's successful experience of going to college.

Some children's 'difficulties' do not present in an obvious way, which makes diagnosis problematic, and access to help unforthcoming.

The Pampered Child Syndrome is a welcome source of advice for parents or professionals working with children who are given all the love and care they need, yet who remain unhappy, anxious or angry.

The title is an effective, manualized parent education programme'- Educational Book ReviewThis ground-breaking training programme has been developed in response to a real need for evidence-based early interventions for very young autistic children.

In Reducing Stress-Related Behaviours in people with Dementia, Chris Bonner has written a thoroughly entertaining, yet highly instructive, manual for people with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.

This international collection of personal and professional perspectives takes a fresh look at deinstitutionalization.

This accessible and authoritative book provides an invaluable guide to identifying, treating and preventing depression in later life.

Progress made with children with conduct disorder in specialist schools often does not transfer to the home, but this book shows how behavioural parent training and applied behaviour analysis can help professionals work with parents to continue improving their child's behaviour.

This one-stop practical guide will show how to understand the allergies of yourself, your family and your friends.

This fully photocopiable resource offers a flexible framework for the assessment and measurement of the communication skills of children with autistic spectrum disorders (ASDs).

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Gluten-free casein-free diets are widely used to improve cognitive function, speech patterns, behavior, and general well-being in children on the autistic spectrum.