As well as using concept maps, mind maps and other visual techniques used to consider theory-based inquiry, this text combines an exploration of the core elements of 'theory' with relevant theoretical examples drawn from biology, psychology, sociology, critical traditions, and integrative efforts.

Organized around the progressive developmental stages - from childhood through to older age, the authors identify, chapter by chapter, the issues which counseling interventions can address at each developmental stage.

This book shows that effectively managing in three dimensions means understanding the distinction between organizational management and the management of policy formulation and implementation

The authors outline the historical and emerging trends in the field of medical social work, from end-of-life and palliative care to the role of the social worker and health disparities.

A non-intimidating approach to learning or reviewing math skills essential in quantitative research methods.

Providing readers with the introduction to doing research into digital cultures and technologies, this book considers the methodological, practical and theoretical elements of digital ethnography and demonstrates how to research experiences and relationships as well as objects and events

A step-by-step and practical guide of how to compile a professional portfolio for use throughout nursing programmes and in initial nursing roles, where portfolios are an essential tool for interviews and employee appraisals.

Examining what it takes to be a competent and confident CBT supervisor and using the authors' unique framework of learning - the PURE Supervision Flower - this book equips trainees with the skills and competencies needed to Prepare for, Undertake, Refine and Enhance supervision practice across a wide range of settings.

A cutting edge, practical guide to actor-centred social network analysis from the highly respected team at the University of Manchester.

Filled with case studies, ethical dilemmas, reflective questions, discussion questions and suggestions for further reading, this book offers counsellors and psychotherapists guidance on how they can work with risk proactively and positively and provides hints and tips, and links to policy and research to inform good ethical practice along the way.