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Working with People with Learning Disabilities: Theory and Practice
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Product Description
The authors of this guide bring together the relevant theory for social workers, nurses, teachers and others working with people with learning disabilities. Using jargon-free explanations and case examples they provide the theoretical understanding needed to inform good practice and help to improve the quality of life of the person with a learning disability. They also give a guide for practitioners on social policy and legislation and advise on crisis intervention, advocacy and joint agency work.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #27216 in Books
- Published on: 2003-03-15
- Original language: English
- Number of items: 1
- Binding: Paperback
- 288 pages
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Synopsis
The authors of this guide bring together the relevant theory for social workers, nurses, teachers and others working with people with learning disabilities. Using jargon-free explanations and case examples they provide the theoretical understanding needed to inform good practice and help to improve the quality of life of the person with a learning disability. They also give a guide for practitioners on social policy and legislation and advise on crisis intervention, advocacy and joint agency work.
About the Author
Honor Woods is a qualified social worker with over eighteen years' experience and is an accredited practice teacher. David Thomas is a qualified social worker with twenty years' experience of working with adults who have a learning disability and/or mental health needs.
