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“A helpful resource for those undertaking studies in learning disabilities at all levels. I shall definitely be recommending it to my students!” – John Boarder, Bangor University “This book provides a valuable and innovative contribution to the field of Learning Disabilities.” – Logan Parumal, University of Manchester Key Concepts in Learning Disabilities is a handy guide to the topics you need to know about whether studying or working in the field of Learning Disabilities. The A-Z format allows you to “dip in” and quickly find relevant information on topics ranging from Autism to Rights and from Advocacy to Challenging Behaviours. Each entry features: – a snapshot definition of the concept; – a broader discussion of the main issues and applications to practice; – key points; – a case study, and – signposts to further reading. Key Concepts in Learning Disabilities is an ideal companion to study and particularly useful for those completing academic assignments as part of training. Written by a team of experienced practitioners and lecturers, the book reflects the multi-disciplinary nature of contemporary practice. Advocacy – Sara Bell Arts: Drama Therapy – Andy Worth Assessment – Ruth Sadik Autism – Helen Kerrell Behavioural Phenotypes – Dianne Phipps Causes – Dianne Phipps Challenging Behaviour – Gary LaVigna and Thomas J Willis Children and Adolescents – Pat Talbot Choice – Pat Talbot Communication – Jane Hobson Community Learning Disability Nursing – Sara Bell Compassion – Glenda Hardy and Pat Talbot Complementary Medicine/Therapies – Phillippa J Newman Consent – Tom Mason Complex Needs – Teresa Whitehurst Development – Geoff Astbury Disability Studies – Andy Lovell Employment – Joanne Skellern Empowerment – Sara Bell Epilepsy – Paul Barber Ethnicity – Zenobia Nadirshaw Forensic Services – Andrew Lovell Friendships and Social Networks – Karen McKenzie Health Services – Martin Campbell Inclusion (Social) – Elizabeth Mason-Whitehead Intelligence – Daniel W Price-Jones and Alastair L Barrowcliff Learning – Penny Lacey Life Skills – M Thomas Kishore Life Story – Kristn Bjrnsdttir Loss – Sue Read Mental Health – Amanda Sinai et al Multi-Agency and Multiprofessional Services – Chris Chennell Nursing – John Turnbull Older People – Nancy Jokinen Parenthood – Fintan Sheerin Parents and Families – Marion Redfern Person-Centred Planning – David Coyle and Julie Lunt Physical Health – Pat Talbot Psychological Therapies – Karin Lewis et al Rights – Tom Mason Service Philosophy – Beth Greenhill and Ged Carney Service Quality – Jim Blair Service-User Voice – Helen Elizabeth Dunn et al Sexuality – Margaret Douglas, Rachael Wood and Judith Sim Social Care – Tom Mason Social Model of Disability – Dan Goodley Spirituality – Mike Thomas Transition – David Abbott and Pauline Heslop Values – Jill McCarthy Vulnerability – Elaine Taylor
