A comprehensive introduction to working with people with learning disabilities, this guide provides the theoretical understanding needed to inform good practice and to help improve the quality of life of people within this group. Using accessible language and case examples, the authors discuss both psychological and practical theories, including:
* person-centred and behavioural approaches
* anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive approaches
* systems theory
* task centred approach
* role theory.
Emphasising empowerment and inclusion of those with learning disabilities, they relate theory to issues such as loss and bereavement, sexuality and social stigma. They also provide guidance for practitioners on social policy and legislation and explore crisis intervention, values and ethics, advocacy and joint agency work, making this an extremely useful resource for social workers, nurses, teachers care workers and others working with people with learning disabilities.
- ISBN10 1846423910
- ISBN13 9781846423918
- Publish Date 20 February 2003 (first published 1 January 2003)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- Edition Digital original
- Format eBook (EPUB)
- Pages 288
- Language English