Working with people with learning disabilities: theory and practice
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Main Author: Thomas, David (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: London Jessica Kingsley Publishers 2003
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Item Description:Includes bibliographical references (pages 261-272) and index
Working with People with Learning Disabilities; Contents; Acknowledgements; Disclaimer; Introduction; 1 What is a Learning Disability?; 2 Application of Theory; 3 Anti-Discriminatory Practice and Anti-Oppressive Practice; 4 What is Normalization?; 5 Communication Methods; 6 Advocacy, Empowerment, Participation and Choice; 7 Universal Human Experience in the Lives of People with Learning Disabilities; 8 Values, Ethics and Contrasting Approaches: Person Centred and Behavioural; 9 Practical Theories and Methods; 10 Society's Influences on Practice; 11 The Way Forward; Conclusion; References
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 discuss both psychological and practical theories, including: cognitive and behavioural approaches; systems approach; task centred approach; role theory. Emphasising empowerment and inclusion of those with learning disabilities, they
Physical Description:1 Online-Ressource (288 pages)
ISBN:1417501286
1846423910
1853029734
9781417501281
9781846423918

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